Capedepont's teeth or hereditary opalescent teeth or dentinogenesis imperfecta (DGI) is a hereditary disorder in the absence of any other systemic disorder affecting 1 in 8000 births.
It shows an autosomal dominant trait affecting both deciduous and permanent dentition.
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Dentinogenesis imperfecta is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder with abnormal dentin structure affecting both primary and permanent dentitions leading to discolouration and attrition of teeth.
Diagnosis is usually based on family history, a detailed clinical examination and pedigree construction. Treatment involves preservation of teeth, removal of infection, restoration of function and esthetics.
