Investigation of the fungiform papillae number in children with tooth number anomalies
Belgin Alp,
Elif Ece Kalaoglu,
Ali Mentes
Abstract:Objective
This cross-sectional study investigated the association between fungiform papillae (FP) numbers and tooth number anomalies in children, considering variables related to hypodontia and hyperdontia. The aim was to explore this association while adjusting for age and sex differences.
Materials and methods
A total of 144 children (aged 8–10) were categorized into hypodontia (n = 48), hyperdontia (n = 48), and control groups (n = 48). Clinical… Show more
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