Full Mouth Rehabilitation of Two Siblings with Dentinogenesis Imperfecta Type II Using Different Treatment Modalities

Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2020 Sep 25;17(19):7029. doi: 10.3390/ijerph17197029.

Abstract

Background: Dentinogenesis imperfecta (DGI) is a complex anomaly, not only by its structure but by treatment approach. The treatment protocol depends on the severity, behavior, and the age of the patient.

Case description: This paper presents two siblings' cases of DGI type II (DGI-II) with different treatment based on the patient's clinical severity, behavior, and age (mixed versus primary dentition). The first case involves a patient in the primary dentition with severe attrition leading to a reduction in the vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) treated by the fabrication of complete overlay dentures. The second case involves a patient in the early mixed dentition treated with restorations and extractions.

Conclusion: Full mouth rehabilitation in the two patients dramatically improves function, aesthetics, and proved to be a significant psychological boost to the patient's well-being.

Practical implications: Early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach for patients with DGI to preserve the remaining teeth and rehabilitation for their function and aesthetics are essential for obtaining a favorable prognosis.

Keywords: DGI type II; dental anomaly; dentinogenesis imperfecta.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Dental Implantation, Endosseous
  • Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported
  • Dentin / abnormalities*
  • Dentinogenesis Imperfecta / pathology
  • Dentinogenesis Imperfecta / rehabilitation*
  • Esthetics
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mouth Rehabilitation / methods*
  • Siblings
  • Tooth, Deciduous