Background Developmental Defects of Enamel (DDE) is a pathology of the teeth that can
greatly alter the quality of life of patients (hypersensitivity, esthetic issues, loss of function …

Developmental defects of enamel remain as a permanent record of a disturbance during
amelogenesis. They may present in different forms, some of which may be perceived by an …

Results: Managing the enamel defects involves early diagnosis and aesthetic rehabilitation
of defective enamel, while maintaining its form and function. This should involve close …

Objective: This study estimated the prevalence, extent, buccal distribution and associated
factors involving enamel defects in Brazilian schoolchildren. Study design: A cross-sectional …

Background and objective Current studies on the aetiology of developmental defects of
enamel (DDE) are subject to recall bias because of the retrospective collection of …

Background Developmental defects of enamel (DDE) may be influenced by health problems
and illness in children. The aim of the study was to identify the main characteristics of birth …

Background Dental caries is the main problem oral health and it is not well established in
the literature if the enamel defects are a risk factor for its development. Objective Studies …

The prevalence of developmental defects of enamel (DDE) is reportedly increasing
worldwide. It is difficult to assess this accurately, as in the past the greater prevalence of …

Developmental defects of the enamel (DDE) commonly occur in the primary dentition.
Although several cross-sectional studies have shown the association of DDE with caries …

Objectives This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the association between
developmental defects of enamel and dental caries in the primary dentition. Sources …