Definition: The term "odontophore" is a medical term used to describe certain types of dental abnormalities. These are typically caused by an abnormal growth in the teeth, which can be either tooth root or crown related. The dentist would use imaging techniques such as X-rays and CT scans to visualize the condition and diagnose it. This type of dental problem is often referred to as a "dentofacial dysplasia" (DDD) because it affects multiple parts of the mouth.