Gemination and Twinning in Permanent Dentition.

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Abstract:

Gemination and twinning are uncommon developmental anomalies of the hard dental tissue. These aberrations are manifested either as an anomalous tooth or a supernumerary tooth. Six cases of gemination and twinning are presented in this paper. A simplified classification of these anomalies has been suggested. Author

Author(s):
Grover, P. S. ; Lorton, Lewis
Author Organization(s):
ARMY INST OF DENTAL RESEARCH WASHINGTON DC
Descriptive Note:
Rept. for Jan-Jul 80,
Supplementary Note:
Includes envelope with pictures.
Pagination:
0019

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
Biomedical
Descriptor(s):
*TEETH, ANOMALIES, TISSUES(BIOLOGY), CASE STUDIES, CLASSIFICATION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Medicine and Medical Research
Keyword(s):
*Geminated teeth
Report Date:
1981 Sep 11