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Dens envaginatus is a condition found in teeth where the outer surface appears to form an extra bump or cusp. Premolars are more likely to be affected than any other tooth. This may be seen more frequently in Asians.
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- Kahn, Michael A. Basic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. Volume 1. 2001.
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Oral Pathology: Stomatognathic disease (K00-K14, 520-529) |
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Anodontia/ Hypodontia - Hyperdontia - abnormalities of size and form of teeth ( Concrescence, Fusion, Gemination, Dens evaginatus/ Talon cusp, Dens invaginatus, Enamel pearl, Macrodontia, Microdontia, Taurodontism) - disturbances in tooth formation ( Dilaceration, Regional odontodysplasia, Turner's hypoplasia) - other hereditary disturbances in tooth structure ( Amelogenesis imperfecta, Dentinogenesis imperfecta, Dentin dysplasia)
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| Hard, Soft and Periapical Tissues |
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| Dentofacial Anomalies |
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| Maxillomandibular anomalies |
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| Salivary glands |
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| Lip and Oral mucosa |
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| Tongue |
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| Other |
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