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Research Paper | Dentistry | India | Volume 14 Issue 3, March 2025 | Rating: 5.3 / 10
Prevalence of Hypodontia, Supernumerary Teeth and Dens Evaginatus in Children of Jaipur District: An Observational Study
Dr. Pooja Narain, Dr. Ravi K S Kulkarni, Dr. Manpreet Arora, Dr. Ajay S. Rao
Abstract: Aim: This study investigated the prevalence of developmental dental anomalies among children in the Jaipur district of Rajasthan, India. Materials & Methods: A cross - sectional study was conducted on a sample of 5000 children aged 6 - 14 years. Clinical examinations and radiographic analyses were performed to identify various dental anomalies. Statistical Analysis used: Data were analyzed using SPSS software (version 25.0). Descriptive statistics were calculated, and the chi - square test was employed to assess associations between dental anomalies and gender. A p - value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The prevalence of hypodontia being the most common (1.22%), followed by supernumerary teeth (0.38%) and dens evaginatus (0.02%). Conclusions: The findings emphasize the importance of early detection and intervention in pediatric dental care.
Keywords: dental anomalies, hypodontia, supernumerary teeth, dens evaginatus
Edition: Volume 14 Issue 3, March 2025,
Pages: 588 - 589