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Submerged teeth
K Antoniades1, S Kavadia, K Milioti
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Aristotle University of Thessniki, Dental School, Greece.
The Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|May 7, 2002
Summary
Submerged teeth become embedded in oral tissues. This study analyzes their occurrence, re-impaction, successor tooth absence, and treatment in 17 patients with 28 submerged teeth.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Submersion is the re-embedding of an erupted tooth into oral tissues.
- This phenomenon can impact dental development and occlusion.
- Understanding its characteristics is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the distribution of submerged teeth.
- To assess the incidence of re-impaction in submerged teeth.
- To determine the rate of congenital absence of successor tooth buds and evaluate treatment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 28 submerged teeth in 17 patients.
- Evaluation of radiographic and clinical data.
- Assessment of successor bud development and treatment interventions.
Main Results:
- Data on the distribution and frequency of submerged teeth were collected.
- The degree of re-impaction was quantified.
- The rate of congenital absence of successor buds was determined, alongside treatment efficacy.
Conclusions:
- Submerged teeth present unique challenges in pediatric dentistry.
- Early identification and management are essential for optimal outcomes.
- Further research into preventative strategies and long-term treatment success is warranted.