The interdisciplinary management of patients with amelogenesis imperfecta - restorative dentistry.

This paper considers the role of the restorative dentist in the interdisciplinary management of patients with amelogenesis imperfecta. General restorative considerations as well as the techniques available are reviewed. Two clinical cases are described to illustrate this.

Amelogenesis imperfecta: the orthodontic perspective.

Orthodontics in patients with amelogenesis imperfecta can be complicated by commonly occurring dental features in this group as well as patient factors. In this article we examine ways to avoid the common pitfalls of orthodontic management and the importance of adequate and timely liaison between the general dental practitioner and the multidisciplinary team.

Managing the paediatric patient with amelogenesis imperfecta.

A diagnosis of amelogenesis imperfecta can present challenges for patient and clinician alike. This can be further complicated in a child due to cooperation and the ever-changing dentition. This paper looks at the ideals for management at various stages of the developing dentition but also considers the compromises which may have to be made depending on the child's ability to cope.

Amelogenesis imperfecta: an introduction.

Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) is an inherited disorder that is associated with mutations in five genes (AMEL; ENAM; MMP20; KLK4 and FAM83H) with a wide range of clinical presentations (phenotypes). It affects the structure and appearance of enamel of all teeth, both in the primary and secondary dentition. In this review paper, we look at the epidemiology, classification, aetiology, clinical description and diagnosis of AI.

Does mentoring have a role in orthodontic training programmes?

Changes within the dental profession have led to a possible need for mentoring and consideration is given in this paper to different structures for possible implementation of mentoring schemes. Further information is needed to determine whether or not mentoring may play a useful role in dentistry in general and in orthodontic specialist training in particular.