Tooth Anomalies (p. 309) Flashcards
1
Q
What causes tetracycline staining?
A
Tetracycline use during crown development
2
Q
What does tetracycline staining result in?
A
Yellow, brown, or gray teeth
3
Q
What is erythroblastosis fetalis?
A
Discoloration in the primary teeth, green or brown.
4
Q
When does erythroblastosis fetalis occur?
A
Child became jaundiced shortly after birth. Dental tissues are developed and stained during the first 3 months.
5
Q
Where is pigmentation?
A
Primarily in the dentin
6
Q
What is enamel fluorosis a type of?
A
Enamel hypocalcification
7
Q
What causes enamel fluorosis?
A
Excessive amounts of fluoride during tooth development
8
Q
How to spot enamel fluorosis?
A
Small white flecks to large opaque areas and/or brown spots on the surface of the teeth
