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Absence of association between transforming growth factor-beta1 promoter polymorphisms and hypodontia.
The Angle orthodontist - 1 Oct 2004
Peres Regina C R, Scarel-Caminaga Raquel M, Silva Elisângela R, De Conto Ferdinando, Line Sergio R P
Abstract excerpt
Hypodontia, the congenital absence of one or a few teeth, is one of the most common alterations of the human dentition. The most common permanent missing teeth are the third molars, second premolars, and maxillary lateral incisors. Although hypodontia does not represent a serious public health problem, it may cause masticatory and speech dysfunctions and esthetic problems. Transforming growth factor-beta1...
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