MIH affects one to four permanent first molars, often with incisors. Worldwide prevalence ranges from 2.4% to 40%. Most common in children aged 8-12 years
Open bite occurs when anterior teeth fail to touch without vertical overlap. Estimated prevalence in US population is 0.6%. Prevalence decreases with age, from 4.2% at age 6 to 2% at age 14
MIH affects one to four permanent first molars with associated incisors. Global prevalence ranges from 13.1% to 14.2%. Affected teeth have reduced mechanical properties and increased caries risk
Pediatric dentistry treats children from birth to adolescence. Specialty recognized by major dental associations including ADA and RCDC. First pediatric dental practice established by Minnie Evangeline Jordon in 1909
Dentistry is the medical branch focusing on teeth, gums, and mouth. Earliest evidence dates from 7000 BC to 5500 BC. Term "dentistry" comes from French "dentiste" meaning tooth
Stainless steel crowns were introduced by Humphrey in 1950. They are durable, corrosion-resistant, and last up to four years. Crowns are made in exact size of child's molar. They are easy to clean and fall out naturally