Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation: New Perceptions

Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation: New Perceptions

Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation: New Perceptions is a comprehensive and authoritative reference dedicated to one of the most challenging conditions in pediatric dentistry. This volume explores whether MIH is a genuinely new phenomenon or a long-standing but newly recognized issue, while providing a complete overview of its etiology, diagnosis, clinical manifestations, and management strategies. Drawing on the latest evidence, it addresses both fundamental concepts and practical approaches for daily clinical practice, making it an essential guide for pediatric dentists, general practitioners, researchers, and dental students.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Foundations: Detailed discussion of developmental enamel defects, clinical characteristics of hypomineralised enamel, and the challenges of diagnostic scoring systems.
• Clinical Relevance: Emphasis on complete patient evaluation, including oral clinical records and behavioral assessment.
• Quality of Life Impact: Examination of how MIH affects patients’ daily lives and treatment experiences.
• Epidemiology and Etiology: Coverage of prevalence, distribution, systemic and environmental risk factors, and genetic theories.
• Management of Hypersensitivity: Strategies for preventing post-eruptive breakdown and alleviating sensitivity, including the use of fissure sealants.
• Restorative Options: In-depth review of adhesive challenges, esthetic restorations, CAD/CAM solutions, and protocols for severely affected molars.
• Decision-Making in Extractions: Guidance on rationale and timing for the extraction of hypomineralised first molars.
• Cost-Effectiveness and Practicality: Evaluation of long-term management outcomes and resource allocation in clinical practice.
• Digital and Educational Resources: Consideration of the role of the internet in sharing MIH-related knowledge and patient information.