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Congenitally missing maxillary primary canines: report of three cases
International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry
|October 4, 2006
Summary
Congenital missing maxillary canines in primary teeth are rare. Permanent dentitions in these children may exhibit varied anomalies, including hypodontia and hyperdontia.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Dental Genetics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- Hypodontia, the congenital absence of teeth, is infrequent in primary dentition.
- Lateral incisors are the most commonly missing primary teeth.
- Primary canine hypodontia is exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- Presents three cases of primary dentition hypodontia exclusively affecting maxillary canines.
- Two cases also exhibited hypodontia and hyperdontia in permanent dentitions.
- All three cases showed normal development of permanent canines.
Findings:
- Congenital maxillary canine absence in primary teeth is a rare condition.
- Associated permanent dentition anomalies can range from missing teeth (hypodontia) to extra teeth (hyperdontia).
- Normal development of permanent canines can occur despite primary canine absence.
Implications:
- Highlights the diverse range of dental anomalies associated with primary maxillary canine hypodontia.
- Suggests careful monitoring of permanent dentition development in children with primary canine hypodontia.
- Informs diagnostic and treatment planning for dental anomalies involving canine development.
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