Hypodontia is mainly found in all except___________?

Correct answer: B. Osteopetrosis

  • A. Papillion levefre syndrome
  • B. Osteopetrosis
  • C. Cleidocranialdysostosis
  • D. Ectodermal dysplasia

Explanation

Osteopetrosis mainly causes dense bone, delayed eruption, and impaction rather than true hypodontia. Hypodontia is more characteristically associated with ectodermal dysplasia and several craniofacial or periodontal syndromes listed in the other options.

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