Prevalence of Hypodontia, Supernumerary Teeth and Dens Evaginatus in Children of Jaipur District: An Observational Study

Aim: This study investigated the prevalence of developmental dental anomalies among children in the Jaipur district of Rajasthan, India. Materials & Methods: A cross -sectional study was conducted on a sample of 5000 children aged 6 -14 years. Clinical examinations and radiographic analyses were performed to identify various dental anomalies. Statistical Analysis used: Data were analyzed using SPSS software (version 25.0). Descriptive statistics were calculated, and the chi -square test was employed to assess associations between dental anomalies and gender. A p -value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The prevalence of hypodontia being the most common (1.22%), followed by supernumerary teeth (0.38%) and dens evaginatus (0.02%). Conclusions: The findings emphasize the importance of early detection and intervention in pediatric dental care.