Dentin Dysplasia

Dentin Dysplasia type 1 is a developmental disorder of the dentin of a person’s teeth which is typically inherited. Dentin is a bone-like material just below the enamel and makes up most of the tooth and contains the pulp of the tooth (CITE FROM DD1). Dentin Dysplasia type 1 can also be referred to as Radicular Dentin Dysplasia for the underdeveloped, and abnormal pulp tissue in the roots of the teeth (CITE FROM DD1). This condition can affect male and female adolescences and adults. When the roots are abnormally short it will lead to premature loss of teeth. In most cases, the teeth’s enamel will be normally colored, but some will have bluish-brown shine. X-ray photos may show small, “half-moon” shaped, or lack roots that appear dark or radiolucent.