Regional odontodysplasia is a rare dental anomaly affecting both primary and adult dentitions in the maxilla or mandible or both jaws, whilst involvement of the maxilla is more common [1-2]. In most cases, one quadrant is affected. One of the characteristics of this anomaly is discolored and soft teeth that can be accompanied by swelling or abscess. In this anomaly, enamel and dentin are thin a...

A case of a three-year-old Caucasian male with odontodysplasia is presented. Although the etiology of this condition is unknown, this anomaly involves both the mesodermal and ectodermal dental components and results in deficient and abnormal formation of dentin and enamel. The orofacial characteristics and dental findings of the condition are presented in this case report.

Regional odontodysplasia is a developmental anomaly that affects the primary and permanent dentitions. This disorder is generally localized in only one arch and its etiology is still unknown. Clinically, the affected teeth have an abnormal morphology and are typically discolored. Radiographically, these teeth show a ghost-like appearance. This paper reported the results of radiographic, histolo...

Regional odontodysplasia is a rare, severe, and nonhereditary developmental disorder in tooth formation and involves epithelial and mesenchymal-derived dental tissue. On radiographs, affected teeth have an abnormal morphology, a hypoplastic crown, and only a faint outline of hard tissue, a condition termed "ghost teeth." We report clinical and radiographic findings from two children with region...

A case of a 3-year-old, white female with odontodysplasia is presented. Histological considerations and the rapid development of an infraorbital infection in this case encourage the practitioner to pursue a more aggressive treatment plan than might otherwise be considered.

Regional odontodysplasia (RO) is a rare developmental dental anomaly with an unknown etiology. It is more often seen in girls than boys. Treatment of RO depends on the individual case. The aims of treatment should include aiding mastication and speech, improving aesthetics, reducing the psychological impact of the anomaly, allowing normal jaw growth and development, and if possible protection o...