Syndromes/Craniofacial Anomalies
Haroon A. Masood, DMD
Pediatric Dental Resident
Case Western Reserve University/MetroHealth
Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Margaret Ferretti, DMD
Case Western Reserve University
Sarah Milo, DDS
MetroHealth
Margaret Elaine Ferretti, DMD
Program Director
Case Western Reserve University
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospitals, Case Western Reserve University
cleveland, Ohio, United States
Molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) is a condition that effects one to four permanent molars along with affected incisors. The condition is considered a developmental enamel qualitative defect which is due to reduced tooth mineralization and inorganic enamel components. The presentation of MIH is characterized by white to brownish color opacities within the enamel; which tends to lead to a gradual breaking down of the teeth along with patients complaining about hypersensitivity. The prevalence of MIH varies in different populations and there is no clear answer as to what essentially causes MIH. However, there is clarity in the fact that MIH has its challenges which include difficulty achieving profound local anesthesia, maintaining proper oral hygiene, and restorative treatment. This case report details the treatment planned, provided and challenges along the way for a 12 year old patient with dental anxiety, who has MIH associated with all 4 permanent first molars along with his maxillary incisors.
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