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Mesiodens: a clinical and radiographic study.
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwang-Ju, Korea. SGCKIM@mail.chosun.ac.kr
Journal of Dentistry for Children (Chicago, Ill.)
|May 24, 2003
Summary
This study investigated mesiodens, supernumerary teeth in the midline, in 40 Korean children. Results indicate a 4:1 male-to-female ratio, with conical shapes and upward positions being common.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Dentistry
Background:
- Mesiodens are supernumerary teeth located in the midline of the palate.
- Their prevalence varies, with some studies suggesting a 2:1 male-to-female ratio.
- Understanding mesiodens characteristics is crucial for diagnosis and treatment planning in pediatric patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of mesiodens in a Korean pediatric population.
- To analyze the prevalence, morphology, and positional variations of mesiodens.
- To provide data that can aid in the early detection and management of mesiodens.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective analysis of 40 pediatric patients diagnosed with mesiodens.
- Data collection included radiographic and clinical examination findings.
- Surgical intervention was used to confirm the diagnosis and characteristics of the mesiodens.
Main Results:
- A male-to-female prevalence ratio of 4:1 was observed.
- Twenty-five percent of patients presented with more than one mesiodens.
- Conical morphology (66%) and an upward position (52%) were the most frequent characteristics.
Conclusions:
- The observed male predominance in this Korean cohort (4:1) is higher than previously reported ratios.
- Mesiodens exhibit diverse characteristics, including shape and position, impacting treatment strategies.
- Further research on the long-term effects of mesiodens on permanent incisor development is warranted.