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Patient has 3 lower incisors u2014 one larger with 2 pulp chambers. Total tooth count is one less than normal. Diagnosis:
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Correct answer: D. Fusion
Fusion = union of two adjacent tooth buds with REDUCED total tooth count (one less). Two separate pulp chambers and roots are present. Gemination = partial splitting of one bud with NORMAL tooth count and two chambers in one root. The reduced tooth count here is diagnostic of fusion.