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Rev. ADM ; 74(4): 189-193, jul.-ago. 2017. ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-908021

ABSTRACT

La osteogénesis imperfecta es un desorden hereditario que comprende unamplio espectro de presentaciones fenotípicas cuya principal característicaes la fragilidad ósea. La dentinogénesis imperfecta es un trastorno de origen hereditario en el desarrollo de la dentina, cuya incidencia se estimaen alrededor de 1:8,000. Objetivo: Implementar un abordaje estomatoló-gico con enfoque en nuevas tendencias rehabilitadoras y preventivas entratamientos para pacientes con dentinogénesis imperfecta. Presentación del caso: Paciente masculino de tres años de edad que acude al Servicio de Estomatología del Instituto Nacional de Pediatría, diagnosticado con osteogénesis imperfecta tipo IV. Se observan las coronas con coloración ámbar generalizada, atrición y pérdida de la estructura dentaria por caries en diversos órganos dentarios. Se realiza la rehabilitación bucal bajo anestesia general, restaurando los dientes afectados con coronas de acero cromoy colocando selladores de fosetas y fi suras en molares con esmalte íntegro así como fluoruro en barniz al 5 por ciento. Conclusiones: El tratamientode la dentinogénesis imperfecta depende de la severidad que presente elpaciente. Es esencial dar un seguimiento estrecho, resolviendo de manera oportuna las necesidades que vayan surgiendo con un tratamiento no tan radical como se recomendaba anteriormente.


Osteogenesis imperfecta is a hereditary disorder that encompasses abroad spectrum of phenotypic presentations whose main characteristicis bone fragility. Dentinogenesis imperfecta is a disorder in developinghereditary dentin whose incidence is estimated to about 1:8,000.Objective: Implement a focused approach dentistry new trends inrehabilitative and preventive treatments for patients with dentinogenesisimperfecta. Case report: Male patient age three who comes toDentistry Service of the National Institute of Pediatrics, diagnosed withosteogenesis imperfecta type IV. Crowns with generalized amber colorobserved oral rehabilitation is performed under general anesthesia,restoring the aff ected teeth with stainless steel crown and placingsealant in the molar pit and fi ssure enamel integral and placementof fl uoride varnish to 5%. Conclusions: Dentinogenesis imperfectatreatment depends on the severity with which the patient presents. Itis very important to closely monitor, timely meeting the needs as theyarise, conducting a treatment not as radical as it was in the beginning.


Subject(s)
Male , Humans , Child, Preschool , Dental Care for Chronically Ill/methods , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/therapy , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Crowns , Fluorides, Topical/therapeutic use , Mexico/methods , Pit and Fissure Sealants/therapeutic use
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PLoS One ; 12(5): e0176466, 2017.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28498836

ABSTRACT

Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a heterogeneous group of disorders of connective tissue, caused mainly by mutations in the collagen I genes (COL1A1 and COL1A2). Dentinogenesis imperfecta (DGI) and other dental aberrations are common features of OI. We investigated the association between collagen I mutations and DGI, taurodontism, and retention of permanent second molars in a retrospective cohort of 152 unrelated children and adolescents with OI. The clinical examination included radiographic evaluations. Teeth from 81 individuals were available for histopathological evaluation. COL1A1/2 mutations were found in 104 individuals by nucleotide sequencing. DGI was diagnosed clinically and radiographically in 29% of the individuals (44/152) and through isolated histological findings in another 19% (29/152). In the individuals with a COL1A1 mutation, 70% (7/10) of those with a glycine substitution located C-terminal of p.Gly305 exhibited DGI in both dentitions while no individual (0/7) with a mutation N-terminal of this point exhibited DGI in either dentition (p = 0.01). In the individuals with a COL1A2 mutation, 80% (8/10) of those with a glycine substitution located C terminal of p.Gly211 exhibited DGI in both dentitions while no individual (0/5) with a mutation N-terminal of this point (p = 0.007) exhibited DGI in either dentition. DGI was restricted to the deciduous dentition in 20 individuals. Seventeen had missense mutations where glycine to serine was the most prevalent substitution (53%). Taurodontism occurred in 18% and retention of permanent second molars in 31% of the adolescents. Dental aberrations are strongly associated with qualitatively changed collagen I. The varying expressivity of DGI is related to the location of the collagen I mutation. Genotype information may be helpful in identifying individuals with OI who have an increased risk of dental aberrations.


Subject(s)
Collagen Type I/genetics , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Mutation/genetics , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/genetics , Adolescent , Adult , Child , Child, Preschool , Collagen Type I, alpha 1 Chain , Dental Pulp Cavity/abnormalities , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/genetics , Female , Genotype , Humans , Infant , Male , Mutation, Missense/genetics , Phenotype , Retrospective Studies , Tooth Abnormalities/genetics , Young Adult
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Aust Dent J ; 59 Suppl 1: 143-54, 2014 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-24164394

ABSTRACT

Abnormalities of enamel and dentine are caused by a variety of interacting factors ranging from genetic defects to environmental insults. The genetic changes associated with some types of enamel and dentine defects have been mapped, and many environmental influences, including medical illnesses that can damage enamel and dentine have been identified. Developmental enamel defects may present as enamel hypoplasia or hypomineralization while dentine defects frequently demonstrate aberrant calcifications and abnormalities of the dentine-pulp complex. Clinically, developmental enamel defects often present with problems of discolouration and aesthetics, tooth sensitivity, and susceptibility to caries, wear and erosion. In contrast, dentine defects are a risk for endodontic complications resulting from dentine hypomineralization and pulpal abnormalities. The main goals of managing developmental abnormalities of enamel and dentine are early diagnosis and improvement of appearance and function by preserving the dentition and preventing complications. However, despite major advances in scientific knowledge regarding the causes of enamel and dentine defects, further research is required in order to translate the knowledge gained in the basic sciences research to accurate clinical diagnosis and successful treatment of the defects.


Subject(s)
Amelogenesis Imperfecta , Dental Enamel Hypoplasia , Dental Enamel/abnormalities , Dental Research , Dentin/abnormalities , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta , Amelogenesis Imperfecta/diagnosis , Amelogenesis Imperfecta/therapy , Dental Caries , Dental Enamel Hypoplasia/diagnosis , Dental Enamel Hypoplasia/etiology , Dental Enamel Hypoplasia/therapy , Dentin Sensitivity , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/diagnosis , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/therapy , Humans , Tooth Demineralization/etiology
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Rev. Círc. Argent. Odontol ; 68(212): 30-31, sept. 2011. ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: lil-626223

ABSTRACT

La dentinogénesis imperfecta (DI) es una anomalía dentaria determinada genéticamente y caracterizada clínicamente por una apariencia ámbar opalescente de la dentina. Se presenta la resolución clínica, con seguimiento y control a 3 años, de un paciente con diagnóstico de DI. La identificación temprana de esta entidad y el tratamiento oportuno y multidisciplinario, contribuyen a mejorar el pronóstico de la misma.


Subject(s)
Humans , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/diagnosis , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/therapy , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/classification , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/diagnosis , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/pathology
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Refuat Hapeh Vehashinayim (1993) ; 27(1): 48-53, 75, 2010 Jan.
Article in Hebrew | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-20597260

ABSTRACT

This literature review summarizes the current knowledge about Dentinigenesis Imperfecta, a developmental anomaly of thedentin.The phenomenon's classification is presented in details, as well as its etiology, clinical, rentgenological and histological characteristics. In addition, the treatment modes are described.


Subject(s)
Dentin/pathology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/pathology , Dentin Dysplasia/pathology , Dentin Dysplasia/therapy , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/therapy , Humans
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J Formos Med Assoc ; 108(7): 570-6, 2009 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-19586831

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) (MIM 166200, 166210, 259420 and 166220) is a congenital disorder characterized by increased bone fragility and low bone mass. Information regarding the clinical features of this genetic disorder is lacking in Taiwan. This study aimed to characterize the clinical features of OI patients in Taiwan to establish a practical correlation for distinguishing different clinical subtypes of the disorder. METHODS: A review of medical records identified 48 patients with OI (33 female and 15 male; age range, 2 months to 53 years) from January 1996 to June 2008. Diagnosis and classification, using the classification system outlined by Sillence et al, were based on clinical and radiological characteristics. We also analyzed the clinical presentation, physical examination and bone mineral density (BMD) among the different subtypes of OI. RESULTS: Retrospective analysis of the medical records revealed that 48 OI patients could be classified into types I (n = 19), III (n = 10), and IV (n = 19). There were statistically significant differences between these three types in terms of height, weight, BMD, dentinogenesis imperfecta, bone deformity, scoliosis, walking ability, annual fracture rate, and family history. However, no significant differences were noted for blue sclera (p = 0.075) and hearing loss (p = 0.832). CONCLUSION: Nine of the 11 clinical features examined---height, weight, BMD, dentinogenesis imperfecta, bone deformity, scoliosis, walking ability, fracture rate, and family history---were significantly different among the three types of OI patients. This finding may be of help in evaluating patients and establishing their prognosis.


Subject(s)
Osteogenesis Imperfecta/classification , Adolescent , Adult , Bone Density , Child , Child, Preschool , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Female , Humans , Infant , Male , Middle Aged , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/metabolism , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/pathology , Retrospective Studies , Scleral Diseases/etiology
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Orthod Fr ; 78(2): 89-99, 2007 Jun.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-17580062

ABSTRACT

Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disease that varies in severity and is characterized by fragile bones that fracture easily. Many extra-skeletal manifestations can be noted such as blue sclerotic markings, dentinogenesis imperfecta and impaired hearing or deafness. In most cases, an anomaly of collagen is the cause. It is usually accompanied by a specific Class III type cranio-facial morphology with open bite and increased incidence of impacted permanent molars. Orthodontists called upon to treat the dental aspects of this malady, should be careful to protect their patients against bacterial infection and hemorrhages, and to be well aware of the side affects that can be caused by the biophosphanates that constitute the basis of current medical treatment of osteogenesis imperfecta.


Subject(s)
Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Bone Density Conservation Agents/adverse effects , Bone Density Conservation Agents/therapeutic use , Diphosphonates/adverse effects , Diphosphonates/therapeutic use , Humans , Jaw Cysts/etiology , Jaw Diseases/chemically induced , Jaw Diseases/prevention & control , Orthodontics, Corrective , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/drug therapy , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/genetics , Osteonecrosis/chemically induced , Osteonecrosis/prevention & control
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Bol. Asoc. Argent. Odontol. Niños ; 36(1/2): 8-10, mar.-jun. 2007. ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: lil-467717

ABSTRACT

La dentinogénesis imperfecta (DI) es descripta como una anomalía congénita de estructura, que puede afectar a una o a ambas denticiones. Se caracteriza por la presencia de piezas dentarias translúcidas u opalescentes, con una dentina irregular, atubular y fibrosa de menor concentración mineral, que oblitera la cámara pulpar y los conductos radiculares. El esmalte es normal química e histológicamente, pero tiende a desprenderse de la dentina, que se desgasta con extraordinaria rapidez. Puede presentarse como una alteración aislada o asociada a un síndrome congénito denominado osteogénesis imperfecta (OI) caracterizado por fragilidad ósea. El propósito de este trabajo es presentar el reporte de una paciente de 5 años derivada con diagnóstico de OI y la rehabilitación de las piezas primarias afectadas, para establecer la función y la estética perdidas


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Child, Preschool , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dental Enamel/pathology , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Crowns , Dental Veneers , Fluorides, Topical/administration & dosage , Oral Hygiene/education , Patient Care Planning , Composite Resins/therapeutic use
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Bol. Asoc. Argent. Odontol. Niños ; 36(1/2): 8-10, mar.-jun. 2007. ilus
Article in Spanish | BINACIS | ID: bin-120730

ABSTRACT

La dentinogénesis imperfecta (DI) es descripta como una anomalía congénita de estructura, que puede afectar a una o a ambas denticiones. Se caracteriza por la presencia de piezas dentarias translúcidas u opalescentes, con una dentina irregular, atubular y fibrosa de menor concentración mineral, que oblitera la cámara pulpar y los conductos radiculares. El esmalte es normal química e histológicamente, pero tiende a desprenderse de la dentina, que se desgasta con extraordinaria rapidez. Puede presentarse como una alteración aislada o asociada a un síndrome congénito denominado osteogénesis imperfecta (OI) caracterizado por fragilidad ósea. El propósito de este trabajo es presentar el reporte de una paciente de 5 años derivada con diagnóstico de OI y la rehabilitación de las piezas primarias afectadas, para establecer la función y la estética perdidas (AU)


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Child, Preschool , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dental Enamel/pathology , Patient Care Planning , Crowns , Fluorides, Topical/administration & dosage , Oral Hygiene/education , Dental Veneers , Composite Resins/therapeutic use
11.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-17321445

ABSTRACT

Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare autosomal dominant connective tissue and metabolic disorder. Typically, patients with OI exhibit bone fragility, with the sclera, joints, skin, and tooth dentin being affected to varying degrees. Despite existing classifications, there is an extreme phenotypic variation within this population, and at times the mild forms of OI may be difficult to diagnose. Comprehensive management of the severe types of OI involves aggressive physical and surgical orthopaedic treatment to improve muscle structure and joint mobility. For those patients with associated dentinogenesis imperfecta (DI), early and definitive management can help prevent excessive tooth wear and sensitivity. A case of a late diagnosis of type IV OI with DI successfully treated with implant-supported dentures is reported. To date, 9 years after implant surgery and prosthetic loading, the patient continues to be clinically and radiographically normal.


Subject(s)
Dental Care for Chronically Ill , Dental Implantation, Endosseous , Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/rehabilitation , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Adult , Cranial Fossa, Posterior/surgery , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Follow-Up Studies , Gait Disorders, Neurologic/etiology , Gait Disorders, Neurologic/surgery , Humans , Male , Osseointegration
12.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-17223585

ABSTRACT

Osteogenesis imperfecta is a relatively common hereditary connective tissue disorder characterized by bone fragility and fractures. Other frequently affected tissues include tendons, ligaments, skin, sclera, teeth, and middle and inner ear. Molecular studies have demonstrated that most cases result from mutations affecting the genes responsible for the formation of type 1 collagen. The phenotypic presentation varies from mild to lethal. Commonly observed dental abnormalities include dentinogenesis imperfecta and malocclusion. Medical therapies using bisphosphonates have resulted in reduced fracture risk and decreased bone pain. To date, no cases of bisphosphonate-associated osteonecrosis have been reported. With appropriate precautions, the patient with osteogenesis imperfecta can tolerate and benefit from the delivery of necessary dental care to control oral disease, improve function, and improve esthetics.


Subject(s)
Bone Density Conservation Agents/therapeutic use , Dental Care for Chronically Ill , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/pathology , Diphosphonates/therapeutic use , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/drug therapy , Collagen Type I/genetics , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/drug therapy , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Humans , Malocclusion/etiology , Malocclusion/therapy , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/classification , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/genetics
13.
Spec Care Dentist ; 27(6): 240-5, 2007.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-18683807

ABSTRACT

Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder that affects all connective tissue. Clinical manifestations of OI include bone fragility, hyperlaxity of joints, hearing loss, abnormalities of stature and facial structure, blue sclerae, and dentinogenesis imperfecta (DI). OI is classified into four groups according to the severity and physical characteristics of the disease, although not all characteristics may be present in one individual. Currently, 20,000 to 50,000 individuals in the U.S. have been diagnosed with this disease. The aim of this article is to discuss medical and dental complications associated with OI and DI. A case presentation describes the clinical care of a patient from birth to age 12.


Subject(s)
Dental Care for Chronically Ill , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Child , Dental Caries/etiology , Dental Caries/therapy , Dental Restoration, Permanent , Female , Humans , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/classification , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/pathology , Tooth Discoloration/etiology , Tooth Fractures/etiology
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Rev. Ateneo Argent. Odontol ; 44(1): 33-37, ene.-abr. 2005. ilus
Article in Spanish | BINACIS | ID: bin-1555

ABSTRACT

Se trata de una afección por deficiencia de la formación de colágeno. Como consecuencia presenta fragilidad ósea y puede estar acompañada por la presencia de dentinogénesis imperfecta de la cual se dan los lineamientos básicos para su tratamiento odontológico (AU)


Subject(s)
Child , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/diagnosis , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/therapy , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/diagnosis , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/therapy , Signs and Symptoms , Diphosphonates/therapeutic use , Human Growth Hormone/therapeutic use , Amelogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Fluorides, Topical/therapeutic use , Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use , Chlorhexidine/therapeutic use
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J Biol Chem ; 278(27): 24874-80, 2003 Jul 04.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12721295

ABSTRACT

Dentin sialophosphoprotein (Dspp) is mainly expressed in teeth by the odontoblasts and preameloblasts. The Dspp mRNA is translated into a single protein, Dspp, and cleaved into two peptides, dentin sialoprotein and dentin phosphoprotein, that are localized within the dentin matrix. Recently, mutations in this gene were identified in human dentinogenesis imperfecta II (Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) accession number 125490) and in dentin dysplasia II (OMIM accession number 125420) syndromes. Herein, we report the generation of Dspp-null mice that develop tooth defects similar to human dentinogenesis imperfecta III with enlarged pulp chambers, increased width of predentin zone, hypomineralization, and pulp exposure. Electron microscopy revealed an irregular mineralization front and a lack of calcospherites coalescence in the dentin. Interestingly, the levels of biglycan and decorin, small leucine-rich proteoglycans, were increased in the widened predentin zone and in void spaces among the calcospherites in the dentin of null teeth. These enhanced levels correlate well with the defective regions in mineralization and further indicate that these molecules may adversely affect the dentin mineralization process by interfering with coalescence of calcospherites. Overall, our results identify a crucial role for Dspp in orchestrating the events essential during dentin mineralization, including potential regulation of proteoglycan levels.


Subject(s)
Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/genetics , Protein Precursors/genetics , Animals , Dentin/pathology , Dentin/physiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/pathology , Extracellular Matrix Proteins , Humans , Mice , Mice, Knockout , Phosphoproteins , Protein Precursors/physiology , Sialoglycoproteins , Tooth/pathology , Tooth/physiology , Tooth Calcification/genetics
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Connect Tissue Res ; 43(2-3): 401-5, 2002.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12489189

ABSTRACT

The inherited dentin defect dentinogenesis imperfecta (DI), while clinically obvious in osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) Types IB and IC, II, III, and IVB, is now thought to be present in all children with OI, in a continuum from minimal to severe dentin pathology. This collaborative study further clarifies the structural and ultrastructural dentin changes in the teeth of OI children with clinically obvious DI, and attempts to explain these in terms of odontoblast dysfunction. Collaborative studies were carried out in Melbourne, Australia, and Strasbourg, France, using light and polarized-light microscopy, scanning and transmission electron microscopy (SEM, TEM), selected-area diffraction (SAD), and x-ray spectroscopy (EDX). These showed structurally normal enamel (but containing long and broad lamellae) and a normally scalloped dentino-enamel junction (DEJ), but severe pathologic changes in the dentin. An initial narrow band of normal-appearing dentin tubules (including the mantle layer) ceased abruptly and was replaced by a wavelike laminar zone parallel to the DEJ with occluded tubules. Multiple parallel channels of 5-10 microns diameter were present at right angles to the DEJ indenting this zone, some terminating in retro-curved "processes." The abnormal dentin containing these channels almost completely occluded the pulp chamber. The structural and ultrastructural changes seen can be explained on the basis of the collagen defect in OI resulting in odontoblast dysfunction, which produces a distinct phenotype and one that is different from that in bone.


Subject(s)
Odontoblasts/pathology , Odontoblasts/physiology , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/pathology , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/physiopathology , Child , Dentin/pathology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/pathology , Humans , Microscopy, Electron , Microscopy, Electron, Scanning , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications
18.
J Bone Miner Res ; 17(9): 1710-7, 2002 Sep.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12211442

ABSTRACT

Previously, we have reported that targeted overexpression of transforming growth factor (TGF) beta1 in the teeth of the transgenic mice (dTGF-beta1) results in a novel tooth phenotype phenomimicking the most prevalent tooth disorders in human. This phenotype was associated with discoloration and attrition of teeth due to defective mineralization. Here, we report a novel expression of crystallin family members in developing mouse teeth and its regulation by TGF-beta1 in these transgenic mice. AlphaB- and beta-crystallins were found to be elevated in dTGF-beta1 mouse teeth, whereas gamma-crystallin (gammaB, gammaC, and gammaF), a marker of cell differentiation, was significantly reduced. Because crystallins are believed to be stress-related proteins, their expression in teeth implicates them in a similar role because teeth are constantly subjected to physical friction and temperature fluctuations.


Subject(s)
Crystallins/genetics , Tooth/physiology , Transforming Growth Factor beta/physiology , Amino Acid Sequence , Animals , Base Sequence , Crystallins/physiology , Dentin Dysplasia/etiology , Dentin Dysplasia/genetics , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/genetics , Gene Expression , Humans , Mice , Mice, Transgenic , Molecular Sequence Data , Odontogenesis/genetics , Odontogenesis/physiology , Phenotype , Proteome , RNA/genetics , RNA/metabolism , Transforming Growth Factor beta/genetics , Transforming Growth Factor beta1
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J Clin Pediatr Dent ; 26(2): 131-6, 2002.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11878277

ABSTRACT

Dentinogenesis Imperfecta (DI), in which the teeth are discolored, translucent and brittle, can occur in isolation as a familial trait and as a component of the skeletal dysplasia Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI). In a Cape Town family, 20 persons in 3 generations had mild OI, with the additional manifestation of severe DI. The family was assessed at the Dental Genetic Unit of the University of the Western Cape and appropriate dental treatment was provided. In this setting, a detailed treatment plan was devised for a severely affected woman. This plan proved to be efficient and cost effective, and the final outcome was pleasing to the patient. Dentinogenesis Imperfecta is not uncommon and may well be encountered in conventional dental practice. The necessary clinical expertise is within the scope of the skills of the general dentist.


Subject(s)
Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/therapy , Malocclusion/therapy , Osteogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Tooth Attrition/rehabilitation , Adolescent , Crowns , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/complications , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Denture, Overlay/economics , Female , Humans , Malocclusion/etiology , Metal Ceramic Alloys , Tooth Attrition/etiology , Vertical Dimension
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Nat Genet ; 27(2): 129-30, 2001 Feb.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11175770

ABSTRACT

Dentinogenesis imperfecta (DGI) is characterized by discolored teeth with an opalescent sheen and dentin that fails to support enamel, causing it to easily chip. Two new studies show that DGI is associated with mutations in DSPP, a gene encoding dentin sialophosphoprotein that is processed into two proteins: dentin sialoprotein (DSP) and dentin phosphoprotein (DPP). These are key components of the dentin extracellular matrix (DECM). Notably, missense mutations in DSPP are also associated with progressive hearing loss.


Subject(s)
Deafness/genetics , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/genetics , Phosphoproteins/genetics , Protein Precursors/genetics , Sialoglycoproteins/genetics , Dentinogenesis Imperfecta/etiology , Extracellular Matrix Proteins , Humans , Odontogenesis/genetics , Phosphoproteins/metabolism , Protein Precursors/metabolism , Protein Processing, Post-Translational , Sialoglycoproteins/metabolism
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