ADA NBDE National Board Dental Part II

Answer: A - Osteogenesis imperfecta is an inherited disease that affects the connective tissue due to impaired collagen synthesis. There is type I - IV, which are either autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive or both. There is no defined treatment for the condition; however, there is prevalence for a coexistence of dentinogenesis imperfects and there will be extensive restorative work needed.