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Maristela Barbosa Portela1, Licínia Damasceno, Laura Guimarães Primo

  • 1Microbiology Institute of Universidade do Brasil (UFRJ). mbportela@hotmail.com

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|November 24, 2004
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Summary

Natal teeth, present at birth, are rare, with few reports of multiple teeth. This case highlights an unusual newborn with eleven natal teeth from the primary dentition and the treatment approach.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Neonatal Care

Background:

  • Natal teeth are defined as teeth present at birth, occurring rarely.
  • Literature review indicates few reported cases involving multiple natal teeth.

Observation:

  • This article details an unusual case of a newborn presenting with eleven natal teeth.
  • All eleven natal teeth identified belonged to the primary dentition.

Findings:

  • The case involved a rare occurrence of multiple natal teeth in a single newborn.
  • The study documents the specific therapeutic interventions employed for this condition.

Implications:

  • This case contributes to the limited literature on multiple natal teeth.

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