Dental Anomalies in Vitamin D Intoxication

Abstract

Active vitamin D plays an important role in the matrix formation and calcification phases of tooth development. Vitamin D tox-icity occurs as a result of taking inappropriately high doses of vitamin D, which is a potential cause for systemic disorders and dental changes. This case report presents a rare situation of dental anomalies in an 8-year old girl with vitamin D intoxication as a result of excessive vitamin D at the age of 23 months. Hypoplastic and hypomineralized crown defects were diagnosed on permanent incisors and first molars. Major crown defects were observed on permanent canines and the root formations showed dilacerations. No abnormalities were detected in the permanent second molars and premolars. Vitamin D intoxication during infancy can cause dental anomalies. For early diagnosis and treatment, it is im-portant that both dentists and pediatricians should be aware.