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Novel CHD7 Variants Associated with an Expanded Orofacial and Dental Phenotype.

European journal of dentistry · Arunratanothai T, Theerapanon T, Kawasaki K, Ohazama A, Rochanavibhata S, Chaisuparat R, Cheawsamoot C, Buasong A, Thangpong R, Kor-Anantakul P, Shotelersuk V, Kamolvisit W, Porntaveetus T · 2026-07-15

Researchers identified nine children with CHD7 gene variants and found they experienced diverse dental problems including missing teeth, small teeth, and bite issues, with two cases showing unusual bone lesions; laboratory work confirmed the gene is active in developing tooth structures.

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