Evaluation of the association between tuftelin gene polymorphism, , and dental caries susceptibility.

Context: Dental caries can be conceptualized as an interaction between genetic and environmental factors.

Aims: The purpose of this study was to identify any polymorphism in tuftelin gene and its association with dental caries susceptibility, either singly or in combination with the microbial causing agent: Streptococcus mutans.

Settings And Design: The presented study included a total of 30 children of age group 12-16 years categorized into two groups: 15 children with no detectable caries in Group I and 15 children with high caries (DMFS ≥10) in group II.

Robinow Syndrome and Fusion of Primary Teeth.

Managing patients with rare genetic disorders is a challenge that dentists face often. Robinow syndrome (RS) is one such rare genetic disorder with <200 cases reported worldwide. RS demonstrates multiple craniofacial abnormalities and orodental disorders, which need to be taken into consideration by a dental practitioner while rendering dental care.