The Curious Case of Concomitant Hypo-Hyperdontia: A Case Report.

Cureus

Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, School of Dental Sciences, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad, IND.

Published: October 2024

Amongst the spectrum of dental developmental anomalies, hypodontia is a condition characterized by congenitally missing teeth. Whereas, hyperdontia is a condition that results in the development of an excessive number of teeth. These two conditions are regarded as polar opposites in the progression of dentition development. Their simultaneous occurrence in a patient results in a rare phenomenon known as concomitant hypo-hyperdontia (CHH). This report presents a case of CHH highlighting the importance of diagnosis and adequate treatment planning in achieving a balanced and esthetic smile.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11537304PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.70942DOI Listing

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