National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Practice Exam

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Unilateral premature eruption of teeth is characteristic of what?

Gigantism
Marfan syndrome
Hemihypertrophy
Ectodermal dysplasia

The correct answer is: Hemihypertrophy

Unilateral premature eruption of teeth refers to the early development and appearance of teeth on only one side of the mouth. This is a characteristic of hemihypertrophy, a condition where one side of the body grows larger than the other. This condition can also affect the teeth, causing asymmetrical eruption or spacing. A is incorrect because gigantism, a condition characterized by excessive growth and height, does not commonly affect tooth development. B is incorrect because Marfan syndrome, a genetic disorder that affects the connective tissues of the body, does not have a significant impact on tooth eruption. D is incorrect because ectodermal dysplasia, a condition that affects the development of skin, hair, nails, and teeth, does not specifically result in unilateral premature eruption of teeth.