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Total impaction of deciduous maxillary molars: two case reports
Kaan Gündüz1, Mehtap Muğlali, Samet Inal
1Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkey. kgunduz@omu.edu.tr
The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice
|September 12, 2007
Summary
Totally impacted maxillary deciduous molars are rare dental anomalies. This report details two such cases, highlighting their unusual presentation and location within the maxillary sinus.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Dentistry
Background:
- Primary tooth impaction is an uncommon developmental anomaly.
- Factors contributing to impaction include ankylosis, congenital absence of permanent teeth, trauma, and eruptive deficiencies.
Observation:
- Two cases of totally impacted maxillary deciduous molars are presented.
- Case 1 involved an 18-year-old male with impacted teeth within the maxillary sinus.
- Case 2 involved a 14-year-old female with impacted teeth near the maxillary sinus.
Findings:
- The reported cases demonstrate impacted maxillary deciduous molars deeply embedded in bone, adjacent to the maxillary sinus.
- These findings underscore the rarity of this condition, particularly in the maxillary arch.
Implications:
- Understanding the etiology and presentation of impacted deciduous teeth is crucial for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- These cases contribute to the limited literature on totally impacted maxillary deciduous molars, aiding future research and clinical management.
