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Impacted and Unerupted Teeth Quiz

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What defines a tooth as impacted?

The normal time for eruption has been exceeded, and the root is completely formed. (correct)

The jaw growth and movement of teeth are normal, and there are no abnormal habits.

The root is not completely formed, and the homologous tooth has been erupted for at least 6 months.

The tooth is in the process of eruption and is likely to erupt based on clinical and radiographic findings.

According to the phylogenic theory, what may cause impacted third molar teeth?

Delayed extraction of primary teeth leading to overcrowding in the dental arch.

Abnormal habits such as thumb-sucking or tongue-thrusting affecting tooth movement.

Lack of proper dental hygiene causing obstruction to tooth eruption.

Nutritional factors affecting jaw growth, leading to insufficient space for eruption. (correct)

What are the systemic causes of unerupted teeth?

Hereditary syndrome of Cleidocranial dysostosis. (correct)

Genetic variations leading to a small jaw and/or large teeth.

Orthodontic factors such as jaw growth and movement of teeth.

Early extraction of primary teeth and the role of abnormal habits.

According to the Mendelian theory, what role do genetic variations play in impacted teeth?

Genetic variations can lead to a small jaw from one parent and large teeth from the other, causing impacted teeth due to lack of space. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an unerupted tooth from an impacted tooth?

An unerupted tooth is in the process of eruption and likely to erupt based on clinical and radiographic findings, while an impacted tooth has exceeded the normal time for eruption. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an impacted tooth from an unerupted tooth?

Homologous tooth has been erupted for at least 6 months Signup and view all the answers

What causes impacted third molar teeth according to the phylogenic theory?

Nutrition affecting the growth of the jaw Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of genetic variations in impacted teeth according to the Mendelian theory?

Genetic variations play a major role in impacted teeth due to 'lack of space' Signup and view all the answers

What defines a tooth as impacted?

The normal time for eruption has been exceeded Signup and view all the answers

What is the Orthodontic theory's explanation for impacted teeth?

The growth of the jaw and movement of teeth Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Impacted Teeth

A tooth is defined as impacted when it fails to erupt into the dental arch within the expected time frame or it erupts in an abnormal position.

Theories of Impacted Teeth

The phylogenic theory suggests that impacted third molar teeth are caused by the lack of space in the jaw due to evolution.
The Mendelian theory proposes that genetic variations play a significant role in impacted teeth.

Systemic Causes of Impacted Teeth

Systemic causes of unerupted teeth include hormonal disturbances, nutritional deficiencies, and certain systemic diseases.

Differences between Impacted and Unerupted Teeth

An unerupted tooth is a tooth that has not yet erupted into the dental arch but has the potential to do so, whereas an impacted tooth is a tooth that will not erupt due to obstruction or lack of space.
The key distinction between impacted and unerupted teeth lies in their potential for eruption.

Other Theories

The Orthodontic theory attributes impacted teeth to the result of abnormal pressure and movement of teeth during orthodontic treatment.

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Test your knowledge about impacted and unerupted teeth with this quiz. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for these dental conditions.