Hutchinson's teeth

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Hutchinson's Teeth

Hutchinson's Teeth (pronunciation: /ˈhʌtʃɪnsən/ teeth) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe a specific dental abnormality. This condition is named after Sir Jonathan Hutchinson, a British surgeon and pathologist, who first described it.

Etymology

The term "Hutchinson's Teeth" is derived from the name of Sir Jonathan Hutchinson, who first identified and described the condition in the late 19th century. Hutchinson was a prominent figure in the field of dermatology and venereology, and his work on various diseases, including syphilis, has been widely recognized.

Definition

Hutchinson's Teeth refers to a specific dental abnormality that is characterized by notched, peg-shaped, and widely spaced permanent incisors. This condition is typically associated with congenital syphilis, a disease that is transmitted from an infected mother to her child during pregnancy.

Related Terms

  • Congenital Syphilis: A severe, disabling, and often life-threatening infection seen in infants. A pregnant mother who has syphilis can spread the disease through the placenta to the unborn infant.
  • Incisors: The four front teeth in both the upper and lower jaw.
  • Pathology: The scientific study of diseases.
  • Surgeon: A medical practitioner qualified to practice surgery.
  • Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases.
  • Venereology: The branch of medicine dealing with sexual diseases.

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