Disturbances of tooth formation

This code represents various anomalies in the development of teeth, encompassing issues with the quantity, structure, or morphology of dentition. It covers conditions where teeth fail to form correctly, are misshapen, or are present in abnormal numbers.

Use this code for diagnoses such as hypoplasia of enamel, supernumerary teeth, anodontia, or gemination. Documentation should clearly indicate a developmental disturbance affecting the tooth structure or number, rather than acquired conditions.

• Differentiate from acquired dental conditions like caries or fractures, which have distinct codes.
• Consider additional codes for specific syndromes or genetic conditions if they are the underlying cause of the tooth formation disturbance.
• Ensure documentation specifies the type of disturbance (e.g., hypoplasia, supernumerary) for accurate coding.