Prevalence of dental anomalies on panoramic radiographs in a population of the state of Pará, Brazil

Conclusions: Dental anomalies were present in over half of the sample, and most of them were related to the shape of the teeth. Although there was a high prevalence of shape-related DAs, these alterations are generally of lower severity, and most do not require specific treatment. However, in 19.25% of cases, DAs were found involving the number, size and structure of the teeth. These DAs should be diagnosed and treated early, avoiding thus more serious complications.
Source: Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Dental Research : 2006 - 17(3) - Category: Dentistry Authors: Source Type: research