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Double permanent incisor teeth: management of three cases
Nicola L Crawford1, Sarah North, Lesley E Davidson
1Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, UK.
Dental Update
|January 11, 2007
Summary
Double teeth, a rare dental condition, can cause aesthetic and health issues. This study presents three cases to illustrate diverse management strategies for this uncommon dental anomaly.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
Background:
- Double teeth, or geminated teeth, are a rare developmental anomaly in permanent dentition.
- Reported incidence is approximately 0.1% in Caucasian populations.
- Associated complications include aesthetic concerns, increased caries risk, periodontal disease, and malocclusions.
Observation:
- Presents three clinical cases of double teeth in the permanent dentition.
- Highlights the variability in presentation and associated dental problems.
- Demonstrates the challenges in managing this condition.
Findings:
- Management of double teeth often necessitates a multidisciplinary dental approach.
- Treatment strategies vary based on the specific case and patient factors.
- Successful outcomes are achievable with tailored interventions.
Implications:
- Understanding the range of treatment options is crucial for clinicians.
- Early diagnosis and intervention can mitigate associated dental complications.
- Further research into optimal management protocols for geminated teeth is warranted.
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