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Bilateral impacted inverted mesiodens associated with dentigerous cyst
Aditi Amit Byatnal1, Amit Byatnal, Ankur Singh
1Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka, India.
Journal of the California Dental Association
|December 18, 2013
Summary
A rare dentigerous cyst developed around impacted supernumerary teeth in a boy. This case highlights the infrequent association between these dental anomalies.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Radiology
Background:
- Supernumerary teeth, particularly mesiodens, are common dental anomalies.
- They can lead to complications like malocclusion, esthetic issues, and cyst formation.
- Dentigerous cysts around unerupted supernumerary teeth are infrequent.
Observation:
- A 13-year-old boy presented with bilateral impacted inverted supernumerary teeth.
- A dentigerous cyst was found associated with these unerupted teeth.
- The case was nonsyndromic.
Findings:
- Detailed clinical examination and 3-D imaging were performed.
- Histological examination confirmed the presence of a dentigerous cyst.
- The findings document a rare occurrence of this pathology.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of recognizing infrequent complications of supernumerary teeth.
- Accurate diagnosis through advanced imaging and histology is crucial.
- Understanding such rare associations aids in comprehensive patient management.
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