Question 182 · LDEK · Developmental disorders of teeth
The predominantly hypoplastic form of amelogenesis imperfecta is characterized by:
1) lack of contact points between teeth;
2) lack of possibility to radiographically distinguish between enamel and dentine because of the same degree of mineralization of both tissues;
3) resorption of unerupted teeth;
4) delayed eruption of teeth;
5) widening pulp chambers.
The correct answer is:
2) lack of possibility to radiographically distinguish between enamel and dentine because of the same degree of mineralization of both tissues;
3) resorption of unerupted teeth;
4) delayed eruption of teeth;
5) widening pulp chambers.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2,4.
- B. 1,2,5.
- C. 1,3,4.
- D. 2,3,4.
- E. 1,3,5.
Hint
Distinguish the hypoplastic form (thin but well-mineralized enamel) from the hypomineralized forms on radiographs.
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