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Taurodontism (enlarged pulp chamber with apical displacement of the furcation) is associated with which condition?

  1. Down syndrome
  2. Amelogenesis imperfecta (an isolated enamel defect)
  3. Asperger syndrome
  4. Hypercementosis
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Correct answer: A. Down syndrome

Taurodontism is associated with Down syndrome (trisomy 21), among other conditions such as Klinefelter and amelogenesis imperfecta in some forms, but the classic exam association is Down syndrome.Other options: Asperger syndrome and hypercementosis are not classically linked to taurodontism; amelogenesis imperfecta primarily affects enamel.Key exam takeaway: Taurodontism: think Down syndrome (also seen with certain enamel/genetic conditions).

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