Dermatoglyphics in Dentistry - An Overview

Sonika Achalli¹*, US Krishna Nayak² and Murali Patla^3
1MDS, Lecturer, Nitte Deemed to be University, AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Mangalore-575018, India
²MDS, Professor and Principal, Nitte Deemed to be University, AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Mangalore-575018, India
³MDS, Reader, Nitte Deemed to be University, AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Mangalore-575018, India
*Corresponding Author: Sonika Achalli, MDS, Lecturer, Nitte Deemed to be University, AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Mangalore-575018, India.

Published: January 06, 2025

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Abstract  

Dermatoglyphics is the study of various patterns and configurations of fingers, and palms, soles. This could be used as an adjunct in preliminary diagnosis. Many studies in literature have shown an association between these dermal configurations and dental diseases. Early detection is very important in controlling dental diseases. As dermatoglyphics appear at a very early stage of life and remain constant throughout, this could be a very important diagnostic tool if proved. This article aims to highlight the various types of dermatoglyphic patterns, advantages, limitations and its associations with various dental diseases.

Keywords: dermatoglyphics; fingerprint; dentistry

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