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Amelogénesis imperfecta - Treatment

Tratamiento:

El tratamiento depende de la gravedad del problema. Las coronas dentales completas mejorarán la apariencia de los dientes y los protegen de daño.

Expectativas (pronóstico):

El tratamiento es generalmente efectivo para proteger los dientes.

Complicaciones:

El esmalte se fractura y estropea fácilmente, lo cual afecta la apariencia de los dientes, especialmente si se deja sin tratamiento.

Situaciones que requieren asistencia médica:

Consulte con el odontólogo si tiene síntomas de esta afección.

Anatomía de los dientes

Reviewed last on: 2/22/2010
Jack D. Rosenberg, DDS, Advanced Dental Care, Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, M.D., MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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