Oligodontia

Oligodontia is a congenital disease characterized by the absence of some teeth in a person. This condition is usually associated with genetic disorders, although some cases may be caused by exposure of the fetus to external factors during pregnancy.

Symptoms of oligodontia can manifest in different ways. Some people are missing only one or a few teeth, while others may be missing a large number of teeth. The molars (chewing teeth) are most often affected, but other teeth may also be missing.

Oligodontia can lead to a number of health problems. For example, missing teeth can cause the remaining teeth to become misaligned, which can lead to malocclusion and problems chewing food. In addition, missing teeth can cause facial deformities and lead to problems pronouncing sounds.

Treatment for oligodontia depends on which teeth are missing and how many. If only a few teeth are missing, they can be replaced with implants or bridges. If large groups of teeth are missing, then prosthetics of the entire jaw may be required.

Oligodontia is a rare condition, but it can lead to serious problems with health and quality of life. Therefore, it is important to see your dentist and have regular oral examinations to ensure that dental health problems are detected and treated promptly.



Oligodontia is a congenital absence of teeth that can be due to various factors, including genetic, environmental and other reasons. In some cases, oligodontia may be caused by medical problems such as dental or oral disease.

Oligodontia can lead to various health problems, such as abnormal development of the jaw and teeth, as well as problems with speech and feeding. In addition, it can affect the child's self-esteem and social adaptation.

Treatment for oligodontia may include surgical correction of abnormal development of the jaw and teeth. Orthodontic appliances may also be prescribed to correct the position of the teeth.

It is important to note that oligodontia is a rare occurrence and most cases are caused by genetic factors. However, if a child has oligodontia, it is necessary to consult a dentist for diagnosis and treatment.



Oligocenty (eng. Oligodonty) is the congenital absence of certain groups of teeth or all milk teeth, starting with permanent ones. It is one of the developmental anomalies of the dental system. It is observed mainly in girls around the 6th month of pregnancy, less often in boys. In the absence of compensation for the development of alveolar