6% of children may permanently be missing teeth (anodontia) with girls having a higher incidence than boys (3:2 ratio). A good indication of missing permanent (adult) dentition is missing primary (baby) teeth.
Source: Misch C, et al. Maxillary Partial Anodontia and Implant Dentistry, Oral Health, Vol 95, No. 8, August 2005
Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMD
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