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Scholars Journal of Dental Sciences | Volume-7 | Issue-01
CBCT Findings in Cleidocranial Dysplasia
Akshay Agarwal, Kriti Shrivastava, Poorva Tiwari, Prashant P Jaju
Published: Jan. 30, 2020 |
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Pages: 19-23
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Abstract
Cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD) it is an autosomal dominant skeletal dysplasia caused by mutation in CBFA1 (Core Binding
Factor Alpha), a member of runt family of transcription factors mapped to chromosome 6p21. Radiographic images are important
tools for the diagnosis of CCD. On dental radiographs, it is possible to observe 2 features of the classical triad of CCD: multiple
supernumerary teeth; and open sutures and fontanelles of the skull. Third important feature hypoplasia of clavicles need additional
chest radiograph. Most of mid-facial features of this syndrome can be visualized on CBCT images which save patient from
exposure to different views of 2 dimensional imaging required to see widespread involvement of skull but also help in treatment
planning for missing permanent teeth including accurate study of the morphology, location, alignment, proximity of teeth to
structures like inferior alveolar canal and maxillary sinus well as the quality and quantity of basal bone available
which could help a great deal in orthodontic planning, surgical extraction and prosthetic rehabilitation. Considering its
valuable importance, CBCT is advisable in all such syndromes with multiple impacted teeth for diagnosis and
treatment planning.