Living with Amelogenesis imperfecta type 2
A rare genetic tooth condition in which enamel is normal in thickness but soft, spotty, and easy to chip off.
Understanding Amelogenesis imperfecta type 2
The enamel is a normal thickness but is poorly mineralized and has a mottled look. The slightly soft enamel comes off the dentin (the layer under it) easily. X-rays show little contrast between enamel and dentin.
Signs & symptoms
GARD doesn't list specific symptoms for this condition yet. The summary describes soft, spotty enamel.
- Soft, poorly mineralized enamel
- Spotty-looking enamel
- Enamel that detaches easily
Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.
Diagnosis
- 1Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
- 2See a specialist
Specialists who may be involved include genetic specialists and gum, teeth and mouth specialists.
- 3Ask which tests can help
Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.
Care & treatment
- Care team
- Genetic specialists (geneticists); Gum, teeth and mouth specialists (odontologists)
- Expert care
- Ask about multidisciplinary care centers for rare conditions
- Treatment
- GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
- Research
- Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.
General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.
Everyday life
Living with a rare condition is easier with support.
- Connect with rare disease patient organizations for support
- Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
- Ask about patient registries that help research
- Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Quick facts
GARD lists autosomal recessive and X-linked inheritance, but doesn't name a gene on this page.
Also known as: amelogenesis imperfecta - hypomaturation; amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type; amelogenesis imperfecta, hypomaturation type; hypomaturation amelogenesis imperfecta
Patient organizations
Rare-disease groups that can help
- Global GenesRare Diseases · United States
- National Organization for Rare DisordersRare Diseases · United States
- Genetic AllianceRare Diseases · United States
- RARE FoundationRare Diseases · United States
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