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The Midline Supernumerary Tooth - Mesiodens: A Case Series.

Authors :
Petluru, Harika
Shaik, Rahul
Kanagaluru, Charani
Karthik, Anchala
Source :
Clinical Dentistry (0974-3979); May2024, Vol. 18 Issue 5, p24-27, 4p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Supernumerary teeth have been proposed to be one of the most significant dental defects affecting the primary and early mixed dentition. These teeth can cause poor facial and dental aesthetics, as well as many pathological problems for the development of permanent dentition. Mesiodens are the extra teeth that have erupted or not yet erupted in the maxilla between the central incisors. Early identification and treatment are necessary to mitigate the negative effects of the mesiodens dentoalveolar structures. This case series discusses three different cases for the presence of supernumerary teeth leading to discomfort and aesthetic concerns. Extraction of the supernumerary teeth was performed to reduce future complications and was further suggested for orthodontic correction. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09743979
Volume :
18
Issue :
5
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Clinical Dentistry (0974-3979)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177668577
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.33882/ClinicalDent.15.35514