COSTA, M. J. F.; http://lattes.cnpq.br/7068268268110586; COSTA, Moan Jéfter Fernandes.
Resumo:
Amelogenesis imperfecta is a genomic development condition characterized by
hypomineralization or hypoplasia with discoloration, sensitivity and fragility through
various defects in the enamel matrix, with uncertain etiology and variable patterns of
inheritance. It features a variable prevalence depending on the methods of study
which is intended to categorization of this condition and the types that features being
the hypoplastic variant the most prevalent. This paper reports two cases among
patients of the same family who have been diagnosed imperfect amelogenesis of
hypoplastic type through clinical and radiographic, relating the condition of heredity
characteristics among family members. It is important for the dentist to study and
understand these rare entities to discuss clinical management, multidisciplinary and
individualized planning, focusing due esthetic and functional aspects, also
psychological, should the clinician be aware of the main signs that this condition
displays, by its similarity with other defects enamel and require immediate
intervention.