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Unusual presentation of talon cusp: two case reports
U M Nadkarni1, A Munshi, S G Damle
1Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai Central, Mumbai, India. drujwal@yahoo.com
International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry
|August 30, 2002
Summary
Talon cusps are rare dental anomalies. This report details two unusual cases, one on a lower incisor and another on an extra upper tooth.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Talon cusp is a rare dental anomaly characterized by an accessory cusp on the palatal surface of anterior teeth.
- Typically, this anomaly is found on maxillary incisors, making it an uncommon finding in other locations.
Observation:
- This report presents two rare occurrences of talon cusp.
- One case involved a mandibular incisor, a highly unusual site for this anomaly.
- The second case presented a talon cusp on a supernumerary (extra) tooth in the maxilla.
Findings:
- The study documents the morphology and clinical presentation of talon cusps in atypical locations.
- These findings expand the known spectrum of talon cusp manifestation in human dentition.
Implications:
- Understanding these rare presentations is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management of dental anomalies.
- This case report contributes to the literature on odontogenic anomalies, aiding dental practitioners in recognizing and treating unusual talon cusp cases.