Mottled teeth

This code describes the clinical appearance of teeth exhibiting discoloration, often with white, brown, or black spots or streaks, due to enamel hypoplasia or hypomineralization. It indicates an abnormal tooth surface texture and color, typically affecting multiple teeth.

Use this code when documentation specifies "mottled teeth" as a clinical finding. This often occurs in cases of fluorosis, amelogenesis imperfecta, or other developmental disturbances affecting enamel formation. Supporting documentation should clearly describe the characteristic discoloration and texture.

• Differentiate from other forms of tooth discoloration (e.g., stains, intrinsic discoloration) which may have different underlying causes.
• Consider if a more specific code for the underlying cause (e.g., fluorosis) is available and documented, as this code describes the appearance.
• Ensure the documentation explicitly uses "mottled" or a clear description consistent with the definition.