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Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization: A Challenge in the Dental Practice

Aline Borburema Neves,Roberta Costa Jorge,Joao Vitor Marien,Priscila Simoes,Vera Mendes Soviero*

Molar-incisor hypomineralization is a relatively prevalent qualitative enamel defect worldwide. Some factors have been associated with this condition, but its etiology remains unknown. Due to the impact in dental treatment needs, the knowledge of this enamel defect characteristics and predictors, as the presence of hypomineralization in second primary molars, can lead to an early and effective diagnosis.