Hypodontia Flashcards
1
Q
Define Hypodontia
A
Congenital absence of tooth
2
Q
Most affected tooth from hypodontia
A
L5s
3
Q
Presentation of hypodontia
A
Delayed/asymmetric eruption
Retained/infraoccluded teeth
Absent deciduous teeth
4
Q
Dental issues caused by hypodontia
A
Spacing
Drifting
OE
Aesthetics
Function
5
Q
Hypodontia care pathway
A
GDP recognition
Referral to specialist ortho
6
Q
Options for missing U2s
A
Nothing
Resto alone
Ortho alone
Combined ortho + resto
7
Q
2 management techniques for U2s
A
Open space
RRB
RPD
Conventional bridge
Implant
Close spare
Simple - ortho
Space closure plus
8
Q
Ideal abutment for RRB
A
Canine
Pontic = mesial to take load
9
Q
Space required for implant
A
7mm