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What primarily causes local hypomineralised defects in dental enamel?
What primarily causes local hypomineralised defects in dental enamel?
- Trauma or infection to the primary tooth (correct)
- Genetic predisposition
- Systemic health issues
- Environmental factors
Which component makes up the majority of tooth enamel's volume?
Which component makes up the majority of tooth enamel's volume?
- Water
- Calcium carbonate
- Hydroxyapatite crystallites (correct)
- Organic matrix
How does hypomineralisation present in dental enamel?
How does hypomineralisation present in dental enamel?
- Increased thickness with full mineralisation
- Increased opacity and structural weakening
- Decreased translucency without structural change
- Normal thickness but not fully mineralised (correct)
What can systemic or environmental attacks influence regarding enamel?
What can systemic or environmental attacks influence regarding enamel?
What type of enamel defects can patients with amelogenesis imperfecta present?
What type of enamel defects can patients with amelogenesis imperfecta present?
What appearance is associated with enamel hypomineralisation due to fluorosis?
What appearance is associated with enamel hypomineralisation due to fluorosis?
What percentage of tooth enamel's weight is composed of mineral content?
What percentage of tooth enamel's weight is composed of mineral content?
What is the defining characteristic of chronologically hypomineralised enamel?
What is the defining characteristic of chronologically hypomineralised enamel?
What is a recommended measure to manage sensitivity in patients with hypomineralised and hypoplastic teeth?
What is a recommended measure to manage sensitivity in patients with hypomineralised and hypoplastic teeth?
Which restoration technique is suggested to minimize tooth structure removal?
Which restoration technique is suggested to minimize tooth structure removal?
What aspect of tooth restoration can influence bonding performance to hypomineralised enamel?
What aspect of tooth restoration can influence bonding performance to hypomineralised enamel?
What is an important consideration when using crowns for treating hypomineralised and hypoplastic teeth?
What is an important consideration when using crowns for treating hypomineralised and hypoplastic teeth?
Which statement accurately reflects the role of using warm water during brushing for sensitive teeth?
Which statement accurately reflects the role of using warm water during brushing for sensitive teeth?
What type of restoration can be used as an interim solution for younger patients with hypomineralised enamel?
What type of restoration can be used as an interim solution for younger patients with hypomineralised enamel?
Which benefit is associated with the complete coverage of a post-minimal crown (PMC)?
Which benefit is associated with the complete coverage of a post-minimal crown (PMC)?
During the restoration of hypomineralised teeth, what is a key characteristic of the recommended treatment materials?
During the restoration of hypomineralised teeth, what is a key characteristic of the recommended treatment materials?
What is a characteristic of hypoplasia compared to hypomineralisation?
What is a characteristic of hypoplasia compared to hypomineralisation?
Which treatment option is considered the least invasive for managing hypomineralised teeth?
Which treatment option is considered the least invasive for managing hypomineralised teeth?
What type of enamel is often associated with hypomineralisation?
What type of enamel is often associated with hypomineralisation?
Why might direct adhesion with composite resin be challenging in hypomineralised teeth?
Why might direct adhesion with composite resin be challenging in hypomineralised teeth?
Which material is specifically mentioned as a preferred choice for indirect restorations?
Which material is specifically mentioned as a preferred choice for indirect restorations?
What is a common feature of hypomineralised teeth regarding their shape and size?
What is a common feature of hypomineralised teeth regarding their shape and size?
What is the primary reason for managing hypomineralised teeth effectively?
What is the primary reason for managing hypomineralised teeth effectively?
In the context of hypomineralisation, what characterizes the quality of enamel?
In the context of hypomineralisation, what characterizes the quality of enamel?
What is the primary benefit of resin infiltration in dental treatment?
What is the primary benefit of resin infiltration in dental treatment?
How often should fluoride varnish be applied for prevention?
How often should fluoride varnish be applied for prevention?
For patients aged 10 and older, which fluoride toothpaste is recommended?
For patients aged 10 and older, which fluoride toothpaste is recommended?
What treatment is suggested for a minimally affected permanent molar?
What treatment is suggested for a minimally affected permanent molar?
What is the primary purpose of fissure sealants in dental care?
What is the primary purpose of fissure sealants in dental care?
Which fluoride treatment is appropriate for individuals aged 16 and older?
Which fluoride treatment is appropriate for individuals aged 16 and older?
Which treatment option is used for teeth that are not restorable?
Which treatment option is used for teeth that are not restorable?
What is the role of tooth mousse in dental care?
What is the role of tooth mousse in dental care?
What is the primary benefit of fluoride treatments and fissure sealants?
What is the primary benefit of fluoride treatments and fissure sealants?
Which treatment method is suggested to preserve tooth structure?
Which treatment method is suggested to preserve tooth structure?
What condition is referenced in the image description regarding pre- and post-treatment?
What condition is referenced in the image description regarding pre- and post-treatment?
What is the purpose of microabrasion in dental treatments?
What is the purpose of microabrasion in dental treatments?
Which article discusses challenges for basic science research and clinical management of enamel and dentine defects?
Which article discusses challenges for basic science research and clinical management of enamel and dentine defects?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as involved in the aetiology of molar-incisor hypomineralisation (MIH)?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as involved in the aetiology of molar-incisor hypomineralisation (MIH)?
How do children reportedly view other children with visible enamel defects?
How do children reportedly view other children with visible enamel defects?
What is a characteristic of minimally invasive treatments?
What is a characteristic of minimally invasive treatments?
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Study Notes
Enamel Hypomineralisation and Hypoplasia
- Enamel is the hardest tissue in the body due to its high mineral content, primarily hydroxyapatite
- Enamel has a unique structure and composition that gives it its strength and resilience
- Developmental defects of enamel can occur in both primary and permanent dentitions
- Hypomineralisation is a reduction in the quality of enamel, meaning it is not fully mineralised but is of normal thickness.
- Hypoplasia is a reduction in the amount of enamel, causing a thinner enamel layer
- Chronological hypomineralisation occurs when systemic impacts during a specific period of enamel development affect the enamel’s mineralisation.
- Examples of factors that can cause enamel hypomineralisation include:
- Trauma
- Infection
- Radiation
- Systemic diseases
- Environmental factors
- Fluorosis
- Genetic factors
- Amelogenesis imperfecta is a genetic condition that results in hypoplastic or hypomineralised enamel defects
- Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation (MIH) is a specific type of enamel hypomineralisation that affects the first permanent molars and incisors, often caused by systemic or environmental factors
- Fluorosis can cause generalised or localised hypomineralisation and presents as white, yellow, or brown opacities in the enamel.
Clinical Consequences
- Patients often complain of sensitivity with both hypomineralised and hypoplastic teeth.
- Sensitive teeth can be managed with:
- Warm water when brushing
- Sensitive fluoride toothpaste
- Topical fluoride varnish
- Tooth Mousse
- Hypomineralised teeth are more prone to:
- Dental caries
- Post-eruptive breakdown
- Complex restorations
- Bonding composite resins to hypomineralised enamel can be challenging due to the poor mineralisation.
- Enamel deproteinisation with 5% NaOCl may enhance the bonding of resin dental adhesives to hypomineralised enamel.
Treatment Options
- Anterior Teeth:
- Hypomineralisation:
- Fluoride varnish
- Fluoride toothpaste
- Tooth Mousse
- Vital bleaching
- Composite restoration
- Resin infiltration
- Microabrasion
- Hypoplasia:
- Planned extraction
- Composite restoration
- Hypomineralisation:
- Posterior Teeth:
- Hypomineralisation:
- Fluoride treatments
- Fissure sealants
- Composite restoration
- Crown
- Onlay
- Hypoplasia:
- Planned extraction
- Composite restoration
- Crown
- Onlay
- Hypomineralisation:
Key Treatment Considerations
- Consider the prognosis of the affected tooth.
- Minimally invasive treatment options should be used to preserve tooth structure where possible..
- If crowns or onlays are required, carefully assess sound enamel to optimize bonding.
- Gold/nickel, chromium/cobalt, or chromium are preferred materials for onlays.
- The size and shape of hypomineralised teeth often necessitates tooth preparation to create a normal emergence profile.
Further Information
- The information in the text highlights the importance of understanding the properties and characteristics of hypomineralised and hypoplastic teeth for improving restorative outcomes.
- It is crucial to consider a range of treatment options to ensure long-term success and to minimize tooth loss.
- Early intervention and preventive measures are essential for managing these challenges.
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