The genetic determinants of oral diseases in Africa: The gaps should be filled.

are a major health concern and are the most prevalent . This problem is becoming more prominent in the rapidly growing populations of Africa. It is well documented that Africa exhibits the most diverse genetic make-up in the world.

Managing vertical dimensions in patients with Amelogenesis Imperfecta: A case report.

Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) is a heterogeneous group of conditions characterized by inherited developmental defects of enamel. Patients with AI often have progressive and severe loss of occlusal vertical dimensions (OVD), resulting in challenging dental rehabilitation. In this case report, we present the management of a 24-year-old male patient who previously underwent orthodontics, direct and indirect restorations, and continued to have progressive tooth wear.

Enamel Renal Syndrome: Protocol for a Scoping Review.

Background: Enamel renal syndrome (ERS) (OMIM 204690) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by hypoplastic amelogenesis imperfecta, failed tooth eruption, intrapulpal calcifications, gingival enlargement, and nephrocalcinosis. The rarity of the condition and the variability of the phenotype has led to ERS not being fully characterized.

Objective: This scoping review aims to account for the range and current state of knowledge on ERS and synthesize these findings into a comprehensive summary, focusing on the pathophysiology, genotype-phenotype correlations, and patient management from a dental perspective.

Gordon syndrome: Dental implications and a case report.

Aim: This article describes the craniofacial and dental features of an individual with Gordon syndrome. The dental management implications and considerations of treating patients with Gordon Syndrome and similar conditions resulting in limited mouth opening are discussed.

Methods: A 14-year-old South African male was referred to the Dental Genetics Clinic with the main complaint of carious teeth.

Treatment of oral fungal infections using photodynamic therapy: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objectives: This systematic review evaluated the evidence for the effectiveness of Photodynamic therapy (PDT) in treating oral fungal infections, as an alternative to conventional antifungal medications.

Methods: Five randomized control trials (168 participants) comparing the treatment of oral fungal infections using met with our inclusion criteria. Clinical and microbiological improvement was assessed by random-effects meta-analysis.

Sella Turcica Morphology in Patients With Genetic Syndromes: Protocol for a Systematic Review.

Background: The sella turcica is an important anatomical reference used in orthodontics and the evaluation of craniofacial growth. Studies have found an association between variations in sella turcica morphology in patients with certain syndromes affecting the craniofacial complex. It is hypothesized that each related syndrome or pathological condition is associated with a specific pattern of malformation of the sella turcica.

Sella turcica morphology in patients with genetic syndromes: A systematic review.

The sella turcica is an important anatomical reference used in orthodontics for the evaluation of craniofacial growth. Studies have found variations in the sella turcica morphology in patients with syndromes affecting the craniofacial complex. This review aims to determine whether genetic syndromes involving the craniofacial complex are associated with abnormal radiographic sella turcica morphology and whether there is a pattern of malformation which is consistent within each syndrome.

The evolution of the nosology of osteogenesis imperfecta.

Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a relatively common genetic skeletal disorder with an estimated frequency of 1 in 20 000 worldwide. The manifestations are diverse and although individually rare, the several different forms contribute to the production of a significant number of affected individuals with considerable morbidity and mortality. During the last decade, there have been extensive molecular investigations into the etiology of OI and these advances have direct relevance to the medical management of the disorder, and the purpose of this review is to document the history and evolution of the nosology of OI.