A case of osteopetrosis: unusual maxillofacial presentation and successful dental implant restorations

A patient presented with malaligned and rotated, missing, unerupted, and partially erupted/maldeveloped teeth seeking care to improve her masticatory function. She had impaired hearing and vision, but no neurologic symptoms. A panoramic radiograph, a lateral cephalometric radiograph, and a medical CT scan were reviewed. The radiographic examination revealed a skeletal Class III relationship. Sclerosis related to osteopetrosis was seen throughout the maxilla, cranial base, and cervical spine. A train track –like radiopaque formation was noted bilaterally within the mandibular inferior alveolar canals.
Source: Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research