What is anodontia?

Anodontia or anodontia vera is a condition in which no teeth grows. Anodontia is a genetic condition and occurs as a result of the condition, ectodermal dysplasias which is different parts of the body are affected by nerve problems. Hypodontia, the lack of a few teeth, can be corrected by using dental implants.

What is hyperdontia?

Hyperdontia is the condition in which the mouth has more teeth than usual. The condition also is a result of genetic conditions as well as environmental factors. Ask your dentist for your information on hyperdontia.

What is microdontia?

Microdontia is the dental condition in which the teeth are smaller than the usual size. In most cases, microdontia affects only one teeth or a very few. Also a genetic disorder, microdontia is said to be a symptom of another problem like dwarfism.

Microdontia in one or two teeth may give an impression of missing teeth. Typically, tooth replacement is the cure for this condition.

What is macrodontia?

Macrodontia is condition in which some or all teeth of a person are larger than usual. This is also a genetic disorder and is attributed to gigantism. In some cases, macrodontia affects one side of the face.

Ask your dentist for more information on these diseases and their treatments. With technological advancements in the field of dentistry, it is possible to correct all these dental abnormalities.

Happy smiling!

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