Which of the following anomalies occur during the initiation and proliferation of tooth development ?

Correct answer: D. Oligodontia

  • A. Amelogenisis imperfecta
  • B. Dentinogenesis imperfecta
  • C. Enamel hypoplasia
  • D. Oligodontia

Explanation

Initiation and proliferation defects affect the number of developing tooth germs, producing conditions such as oligodontia. Amelogenesis imperfecta, dentinogenesis imperfecta, and enamel hypoplasia mainly reflect defects in later hard-tissue formation.

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