Oral Pathology

Fordyce Spots Question. Write short note on Fordyce’s granules. Answer. It is a developmental anomaly characterized by heterotrophic collection of sebaceous glands at various sites in oral cavity. Pathogenesis It is suggested that occurrence of sebaceous gland in the mouth may result from inclusion in the oral cavity of ectoderm having some of the potentialities of … [Read more...] about Fordyce Spots

Concrescence Question. Write short note on concrescence. Answer. Concrescence Concrescence is defied as union of roots of two or more adjoining teeth due to deposition of cementum. It is the type of fusion which is limited only to the roots of teeth and it occurs after the root formation of involved teeth is completed. "Understanding the role of concrescence in … [Read more...] about Concrescence

Developmental Disturbances Of Teeth Question. Enumerate the developmental disturbances affecting the structures of teeth and discuss in detail amelogenesis imperfecta. Or Enumerate developmental disturbances affecting the structures of teeth. Write in detail about amelogenesis imperfecta. "Understanding the role of dental anomalies in oral health: Q&A … [Read more...] about Developmental Disturbances Of Teeth

Regional Odontodysplasia Question. Describe histologic features with diagram of ghost teeth. Answer. It is also known as regional odontodysplasia. Following are the histologic features of ghost teeth: "Importance of studying regional odontodysplasia for better diagnostic outcomes: Questions explained" In ground section enamel thickness varies. Prism structure … [Read more...] about Regional Odontodysplasia

Enamel Hypoplasia and Related Developmental Dental Anomalies Question 1. Classify enamel hypoplasia. Describe in detail about environmental factors causing enamel hypoplasia. Answer. Classification of Enamel Hypoplasia Mild: Presence of a few small grooves, pits, and fissures on enamel Moderate: Presence of rows of deep pits arranged horizontally over the … [Read more...] about Enamel Hypoplasia and Related Developmental Dental Anomalies