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"Ghost teeth" — regional odontodysplasia: markedly thin enamel/dentin with wide pulp chambers.

  1. Amelogenesis imperfecta
  2. Dentin dysplasia
  3. Dentinogenesis imperfecta
  4. Regional odontodysplasia
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Correct answer: D. Regional odontodysplasia

Regional odontodysplasia (ghost teeth) is a rare, localized developmental anomaly affecting several adjacent teeth in one quadrant (often anterior maxilla). Radiographically the enamel and dentin are so thin that the teeth appear faded or "ghost-like" with large pulp chambers. The affected teeth often fail to erupt, have open apices, and are prone to infection.

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