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Natal teeth: a review.

Alexander K C Leung1, William Lane M Robson

  • 1The University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. aleung@ucalgary.ca

Journal of the National Medical Association
|May 20, 2006
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Natal teeth, or teeth present at birth, occur in about 1 in 2,000 births. Most are normal primary teeth, but some may be supernumerary and require dental intervention.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Background:

  • Natal teeth are present at birth, occurring in approximately 1:2,000 to 1:3,000 live births.
  • Most commonly, natal teeth affect the lower primary central incisors and often appear in pairs.
  • The majority represent early eruption of normal primary dentition, with supernumerary teeth being rare (<10%).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the characteristics, complications, and management of natal teeth.
  • To provide guidance on differentiating natal teeth from supernumerary teeth.
  • To outline treatment indications for natal teeth.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on natal teeth incidence, presentation, and management.
  • Analysis of clinical features distinguishing natal teeth from supernumerary teeth.

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  • Summary of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

    • Main Results:

    • Natal teeth are typically smaller, conical, yellowish, with hypoplastic enamel/dentin and poor root formation.
    • Potential complications include feeding difficulties, maternal nipple trauma, and aspiration risk.
    • Dental roentgenograms aid in diagnosis; extraction is recommended for supernumerary or mobile teeth.

    Conclusions:

    • Natal teeth management depends on their nature (primary vs. supernumerary) and clinical impact.
    • Asymptomatic natal teeth not interfering with breastfeeding require no treatment.
    • Prompt diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing complications associated with natal teeth.