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Supernumerary eumorphic mandibular incisor in association with aggressive periodontitis
Vikas Verma1, Amit Goel, Mohd Sabir
1Department of Periodontics, Teerthanker Mahaveer Dental College and Research Center, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
|June 22, 2011
Summary
This study reports a rare case of a supernumerary fifth mandibular incisor, a type of extra tooth, found alongside aggressive periodontitis. This unusual dental anomaly highlights the need for further research into rare tooth development and periodontal disease.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Periodontology
Background:
- Supernumerary teeth occur in 1%–4% of permanent dentitions.
- A fifth mandibular incisor is a rare type of supernumerary tooth.
- Association with aggressive periodontitis is exceptionally uncommon.
Observation:
- A case report details a supernumerary eumorphic fifth mandibular incisor.
- The patient was a Muslim individual.
- The supernumerary tooth was found in conjunction with aggressive periodontitis.
Findings:
- This paper documents an extremely rare case of a supernumerary eumorphic fifth mandibular incisor.
- The case also presents an unusual association with aggressive periodontitis.
- This specific combination is rarely described in existing literature.
Implications:
- This case highlights a rare dental anomaly and its potential association with periodontal disease.
- Further investigation is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms.
- This finding may inspire future research in rare dental conditions and their management.
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