Study Reveals Higher Taurodontism Prevalence in Cleft Lip and Palate Patients: Implications for Dental Practice

Posted: December 6, 2024
A recent CBCT study compared the prevalence and characteristics of taurodontism in patients with cleft lip and palate (CLP) to healthy individuals. The research found a significantly higher occurrence of taurodontism in CLP patients, especially in those with bilateral CLP compared to unilateral CLP and the control group. The severity of taurodontism did not differ among the groups. Clinicians should take heed of the elevated risk of taurodontism in CLP patients during dental procedures to prevent potential complications.

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