Orthodontic management of amelogenesis imperfecta: A case report
Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) causes enamel defects, complicating oral hygiene, reducing masticatory function and lowering self-esteem. This case report details an 18-year-old female with AI who underwent fixed orthodontic treatment followed by prosthodontic rehabilitation. The multidisciplinary approach restored function and aesthetics, significantly improving her quality of life.
Authors
- Manoj Adhikari (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6015-4165)
- Kanistika Jha (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3048-4109)
- Anisha Pandey (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3769-650X)
- Suraksha Shrestha (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4419-7445)
Institutions
- Chitwan Medical College (NP)
- College of Medical Sciences (NP)
- Nepalese Army Institute of Health Services (NP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Clinical Case Reports
- Published
- 2024-08-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.9329
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Bone and Dental Protein Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.94