Stomatological rehabilitation of children in hereditary amelogenesis imperfecta

Abstract

Amelogenesis imperfecta is a hereditary malformation of enamel. It is based on hereditary ectodermal derivatives hypoplasia caused by a mutant gene - amelogenin. Clinical manifestations of amelogenesis imperfecta are numerous and diversified: enamel thinning, its color changing, loss of natural splendor, violation its structure, the partial or complete absence of enamel. This malformation changes the appearance of the enamel and creates a cosmetic defect, causing the psycho-emotional trauma to a child. Therefore, children with different variants of this disease need timely and comprehensive dental care and rehabilitation. Patients need in a genetic consultation, supervision and treatment by a pediatrist and dentist. Timely restoration activities are required to prevent or eliminate mental and emotional stress over the cosmetic failure and for increasing the life quality.