Dental anomalies Flashcards
1
Q
Define MIH
A
Molar-incisor hypomineralisation - hypomineralisation of one to four first permanent molars frequently associated with affected incisors (Weerijm et al 2001)
2
Q
What is the prevalence of MIH?
A
3.6-25%
3
Q
List the clinical features of MIH?
A
- Permanent dentition
- Defect seen in first molars and incisors
- Soft porous chalky enamel
- Opacities well demarked
- Asymmetrical defects
- Association of hypomineralisation of primary seconds molars (E) suggests predictor of MIH