Marked reduction in amount of dentin, widening of predentin layer, presence of large area of interglobular dentin and irregular pattern of dentin is seen in______________?

Correct answer: B. Odonto dysplasia

  • A. Hypocalcified dentin
  • B. Odonto dysplasia
  • C. Dentin dysplasia
  • D. Dentinogenesis imperfecta

Explanation

Odontodysplasia produces thin, poorly mineralized dentin with a widened predentin zone, extensive interglobular dentin, and an irregular dentinal pattern. It often affects a localized group of teeth, giving them a characteristic weak, abnormal appearance.

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