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Taurodontism is seen in which syndrome?

  1. Peutz-Jeghers syndrome
  2. Crouzon syndrome
  3. Edwards syndrome (trisomy 18)
  4. Klinefelter syndrome
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Correct answer: C. Edwards syndrome (trisomy 18)

Taurodontism (an enlarged, elongated pulp chamber with apically displaced furcation, giving a 'bull-like' tooth shape) is classically associated with several syndromes, including Klinefelter syndrome, Down syndrome, and trisomy conditions like Edwards syndrome (trisomy 18) — among the given options, Edwards syndrome is the best-recognized association. Peutz-Jeghers (mucocutaneous pigmentation + GI polyps) and Crouzon (craniosynostosis) are not classically linked to taurodontism.

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