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ADA NBDE National Board Dental Part II

Category - NBDE II

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When there is no mineralization of enamel matrix, the patient is displaying:
  1. Hypocalcified amelogenesis imperfecta
  2. Calcified amelogenesis imperfecta
  3. Hypomaturation of amelogenesis imperfecta
  4. Hypoplastic amelogenesis imperfecta
Explanation
Answer: A - When there is no mineralization of enamel matrix, the patient is displaying hypocalcified amelogenesis imperfecta. In addition to no mineralization of enamel matrix, the enamel is soft and without difficulty lost. Radiographically, the enamel shows no distinction from dentin. Treatment options are veneers, over or full dentures, or full crown coverage.
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