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Jensen ED, Smart G, Lee N, Tan J, Oliver K, Ha WN, Ranjitkar S. Prevalence and morphological features of molar-root incisor malformation in children attending a specialist paediatric dental unit. Int J Paediatr Dent 2023; 33:543-552. [PMID: 36826376 DOI: 10.1111/ipd.13061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2022] [Revised: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/18/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND Molar-root incisor malformation (MRIM) is a rare dental anomaly featuring constricted cervical margins and tapered, narrow root and pulp morphology, often associated with severe toothache and infection. AIM The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of MRIM in children seen in a specialist paediatric dental unit of a tertiary referral hospital and to describe the characteristics of affected individuals. DESIGN This study was an audit of children attending from November 2020 to November 2021. Radiographs were used to identify individuals with MRIM, and clinical data were collated. In addition, histology and microcomputed tomography (microCT) imaging were performed on teeth extracted from an affected individual. RESULTS The prevalence of MRIM was five cases of 1054 children examined (0.47% or 1:210). The permanent first molars were affected in all five children and the primary second molars in two children; all children had medical comorbidities and multiple exposures to general anesthesia before 4 years of age. In addition, histological and microCT analyses displayed numerous microchannels connecting the pulp chamber to the external surface of the tooth at the furcation. CONCLUSIONS Molar-root incisor malformation is an uncommon dental anomaly affecting paediatric patients with multiple comorbidities and is characterized by porosities extending from the pulp chamber to the external tooth surface, predisposing the risk of bacterial ingress from the oral cavity into the pulp chamber. Early detection may prevent atypical odontogenic facial pain and infection.
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- Emilija D Jensen
- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Women's and Children's Hospital, North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
- Adelaide Dental School, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Women's and Children's Hospital, North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- SA Pathology, Department of Anatomical Pathology, Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Adelaide Dental School, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Women's and Children's Hospital, North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Endodontics, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Adelaide Dental School, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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Jensen ED, Smart G, Poirier BF, Sethi S. Molar-root incisor malformation - a systematic review of case reports and case series. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:576. [PMID: 37596569 PMCID: PMC10439578 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03275-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/20/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Molar-root incisor malformation (MRIM) is a seldom reported condition characterised by disturbances in root development of first permanent molars. This systematic review aimed to collate the clinical characteristics of individuals diagnosed with MRIM. MATERIALS AND METHODS A systematic search strategy using PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and SCOPUS databases was performed through to March 2023. Inclusion criteria were case reports or case series including a diagnosis consistent with MRIM. Critical appraisal for all included studies utilised the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal checklist for case reports and case series and collation of clinical characteristics was performed in JBI System for the Unified Management, Assessment and Review of Information program. RESULTS The search identified 157 studies from which 35 satisfied the inclusion criteria. After full-text review, a total of 23 papers described the MRIM dental anomaly and were included in this paper. A total of 130 reported cases were retrieved, with age ranging 3-32 years, and males affected 1.16:1 females. Presence of neurological conditions, premature birth history, medication, and surgery within first years of life were synthesised and described. CONCLUSIONS The aetiology of MRIM is yet to be determined but epigenetic changes from significant medical history in the first years of life are likely to influence the development of this root malformation. First permanent molars were most commonly affected, but clinicians should be aware that permanent central incisors, primary teeth and other permanent teeth may also be affected.
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- Emilija D Jensen
- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Women's and Children's Hospital, North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
- Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Women's and Children's Hospital, North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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Thomas DC, Moorthy JD, Prabhakar V, Ajayakumar A, Pitchumani PK. Role of primary cilia and Hedgehog signaling in craniofacial features of Ellis-van Creveld syndrome. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL GENETICS. PART C, SEMINARS IN MEDICAL GENETICS 2022; 190:36-46. [PMID: 35393766 DOI: 10.1002/ajmg.c.31969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Revised: 03/13/2022] [Accepted: 03/22/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Ellis-van Creveld syndrome (EvC) is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder involving pathogenic variants of EVC and EVC2 genes and classified as a ciliopathy. The syndrome is caused by mutations in the EVC gene on chromosome 4p16, and EVC2 gene, located close to the EVC gene, in a head-to-head configuration. Regardless of the affliction of EVC or EVC2, the clinical features of Ellis-van Creveld syndrome are similar. Both these genes are expressed in tissues such as, but not limited to, the heart, liver, skeletal muscle, and placenta, while the predominant expression in the craniofacial tissues is that of EVC2. Biallelic mutations of EVC and EVC2 affect Hedgehog signaling and thereby ciliary function, crucial factors in vertebrate development, culminating in the phenotypical features characteristic of EvC. The clinical features of Ellis-van Creveld syndrome are consistent with significant abnormalities in morphogenesis and differentiation of the affected tissues. The robust role of primary cilia in histodifferentiation and morphodifferentiation of oral, perioral, and craniofacial tissues is becoming more evident in the most recent literature. In this review, we give a summary of the mechanistic role of primary cilia in craniofacial development, taking Ellis-van Creveld syndrome as a representative example.
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- Davis C Thomas
- Center for TMD and Orofacial Pain, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, Newark, New Jersey, USA
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Song JS, Yang YM, Kim YJ, Kim JW. Management of Severely Aberrant Permanent First Molars in Molar Root-Incisor Malformation Patients: Case Series and a Guideline. CHILDREN-BASEL 2021; 8:children8100904. [PMID: 34682169 PMCID: PMC8534414 DOI: 10.3390/children8100904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2021] [Revised: 10/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Recently, a new type of dental anomaly, a molar–incisor malformation or molar root–incisor malformation (MRIM), was recognized. The disease phenotype is now relatively well characterized; however, its etiology and disease-mechanism need to be elucidated. The affected teeth do not respond well to conventional treatment because of severe malformation and an unusual root structure. In this study, we present the treatment of MRIM cases with the extraction of severely aberrant permanent first molars (PFMs) and suggest that the PFM extractions are performed when it is clear that third molars will develop. The purpose of this report was primarily to present amendments to the guidelines for the treatment of patients with MRIM.
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- Ji-Soo Song
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry & DRI, Seoul National University, Seoul 03080, Korea; (J.-S.S.); (Y.-J.K.)
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Chonbuk National University, Jeonju-si 54896, Korea;
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry & DRI, Seoul National University, Seoul 03080, Korea; (J.-S.S.); (Y.-J.K.)
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry & DRI, Seoul National University, Seoul 03080, Korea; (J.-S.S.); (Y.-J.K.)
- Department of Molecular Genetics, School of Dentistry & DRI, Seoul National University, Seoul 03080, Korea
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Mira PCDS, Arid J, Paula‐Silva FWG, Queiroz AM, Carvalho FK, Pagnano VO. Oral rehabilitation in a patient with Jeune syndrome presenting with multiple teeth agenesis. SPECIAL CARE IN DENTISTRY 2020; 40:493-497. [DOI: 10.1111/scd.12493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2020] [Revised: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 06/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Paôla Caroline da Silva Mira
- Department of Pediatric Clinics, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto University of São Paulo (USP) Ribeirão Preto São Paulo Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Clinics, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto University of São Paulo (USP) Ribeirão Preto São Paulo Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Clinics, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto University of São Paulo (USP) Ribeirão Preto São Paulo Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Clinics, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto University of São Paulo (USP) Ribeirão Preto São Paulo Brazil
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- Department of Dental Materials and Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto University of São Paulo (USP) Ribeirão Preto São Paulo Brazil
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Vargo RJ, Reddy R, Da Costa WB, Mugayar LRF, Islam MN, Potluri A. Molar-incisor malformation: Eight new cases and a review of the literature. Int J Paediatr Dent 2020; 30:216-224. [PMID: 31677309 DOI: 10.1111/ipd.12592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2019] [Revised: 10/25/2019] [Accepted: 10/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Molar-incisor malformation (MIM) is a recently described dental abnormality. While MIM mimics dentin dysplasia, it presents in a localized pattern. Furthermore, it is speculated that MIM is caused by significant early-life medical history. AIM The purpose of this study is to present a series of MIM cases and compare the findings with the literature. DESIGN An extensive search of all published cases of MIM in the English-language literature was conducted. Additionally, an institutional review board-approved retrospective search was performed within the University of Florida oral pathology biopsy service archives. Radiographic consultation cases were also included. Cases lacking radiographs were excluded. RESULTS Seventy-nine cases were identified in the literature, and eight cases were identified in our retrospective search. All but one case involved the permanent first molars. The average age at diagnosis was 9 years. Many patients reported significant early-life medical histories. CONCLUSIONS MIM usually affects the permanent first molars and may be linked to early-life medical conditions or interventions. Oral healthcare providers, especially paediatric dentists, should be aware of MIM to avoid misdiagnosing it as dentin dysplasia. Long-term follow-up studies with thorough medical history documentation are essential to understand the pathogenesis and aetiology and to create treatment guidelines.
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- Richard J Vargo
- Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Specialty Care Unit, A.T. Still University - Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Ng KK, Rine S, Choi E, Fiani N, Porter I, Fink L, Peralta S. Mandibular Carnassial Tooth Malformations in 6 Dogs-Micro-Computed Tomography and Histology Findings. Front Vet Sci 2019; 6:464. [PMID: 31956654 PMCID: PMC6951429 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2019.00464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2019] [Accepted: 11/29/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Objective: To document the clinical, radiographic, and histological characteristics of mandibular first molar teeth with developmental abnormalities previously attributed to dens invaginatus and enamel pearls in dogs. Materials and Methods: Affected mandibular first molar teeth from dogs were evaluated grossly and via intraoral radiography. Endodontically and/or periodontally compromised teeth were extracted and subjected to some combination of micro-computed tomography, histopathology, and immunohistochemistry with anti-amelogenin antibody. Results: Six dogs with developmental abnormalities of mandibular first molar teeth were identified, representing 11 affected teeth. The condition was bilateral in 5 dogs, while in 1 dog, only one mandibular first molar tooth was present. Patient weight ranged from 1.7 to 6 kg (median = 4.09 kg). On intraoral radiographs, root convergence or parallelism was noted in 6 of 11 teeth, and root dilaceration was noted in 3 of 11 teeth. Eight teeth required extraction due to periapical lucencies or periodontitis. On micro-CT, the abnormal teeth were characterized by the presence of abnormal, heterogenous hard tissue with beam attenuation characteristics midway between that of enamel and dentin. Enamel fissures were identified in 4 of 8 teeth, while ectopic radicular enamel was identified in 2 of 8 teeth. The abnormal tissue was traversed by channels measuring 20-40 μm in diameter. Channels communicated with the enamel fissures in 2/8 teeth, the furcation in 2/8 teeth and the pulp in 4/8 teeth. The abnormal tissue was frequently surrounded by disorganized dentin. Histologic features of enamel and dentin were absent from the abnormal tissue and immunohistochemistry to detect amelogenin in the abnormal tissue was negative in all samples. Conclusion: The dental abnormalities described here correspond to a previously unrecognized developmental abnormality involving the mandibular first molar teeth in dogs. The developmental origin of the abnormal tissue could not be ascertained, and further investigations are required to determine the mode of formation, origin of the abnormal tissue, and factors associated with development. These developmental abnormalities more closely resemble molar-incisor malformation, rather than dens invaginatus or enamel pearls as described in humans. The authors propose that affected mandibular first molar teeth simply be referred to as having carnassial tooth malformations.
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- Kevin K Ng
- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, United States
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- Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, Davis, CA, United States
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, United States
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, United States
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- Arizona Veterinary Dental Specialists, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, United States
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