Permanent Teeth - lack of/poor development

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Hello, all -

I am curious to know if any parents/advocates/medical community members could

speak to any experiences their children/students/patients may have encountered

with respect to poor development of permanent teeth in children with

developmental disabilities.

Let me provide a brief back-story: my 6-year old daughter was diagnosed with

global development dyspraxia several years ago. Over time, there have been a

variety of medical issues that she has endured that all seem to have the same

common denominator of growth immaturity (examples: minor loss of hearing,

strabismus corrective surgery, genetic testing, etc.).

Yesterday, she had a dentist's appointment in which X-rays provided the

troubling news that her existing molars had poor root development.

Additionally, the X-ray showed that the manner in which her permanent teeth were

developing beneath the gums was likewise deficient. If this root development

does not improve over the next few months, we will need to consult with a

periodontist to consider issues such as possible gum disease, or worse-case,

surgical options for bridge implantation.

The issue that my wife & I are trying to circle back to & connect the dots is:

is the lack of root development tied to genetic history within the family tree,

or can it be tied back to her diagnosis? My wife & I are researching both sides

of the issue (i.e. reviewing the family tree' dental history, consulting with

our daughter's pediatrician, etc.).

We would truly appreciate any thoughts or comments if others have seen this.

Please feel free to post responses or e-mail me at winremmerswaal@....

Many thanks.

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