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Which radiographic finding is commonly observed in cherubism?

  1. Hypodontia
  2. Hyperdontia
  3. Delayed eruption
  4. Impacted third molars
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Correct answer: B. Hyperdontia

  • A. Hypodontia (missing teeth) is associated with ectodermal dysplasia, not cherubism here.
  • B. Correct (keyed). The lesions are associated with dental anomalies including displaced/unerupted teeth and supernumerary-like findings (hyperdontia) along with eruption disturbances.
  • C. Eruption can be disturbed, but the keyed answer is hyperdontia.
  • D. Impacted molars can occur but are not the keyed finding.

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