False about anodontia_______________?

Correct answer: B. In false anodontia tooth doesn't undergo full development

  • A. May involve both the deciduous and the permanent dentition
  • B. In false anodontia tooth doesn't undergo full development
  • C. May involve a single tooth
  • D. In total anodontia all teeth are missing

Explanation

In false anodontia, teeth are formed but fail to erupt, such as because of impaction, so they have not simply failed to develop. Anodontia may be partial or complete and can involve either or both dentitions.

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