Mandibular exostosis in canine with single tooth recession - a rare case report

Buccal exostoses occur along the buccal aspect of the maxilla or mandible, usually in the premolar and molar areas. It has been suggested that the bony outgrowth represents a reaction to increased or abnormal occlusal stress to the teeth in the involved areas. Gingival recessions may occur without any symptoms but may give rise to the patient concern about poor esthetics, dentine hypersensitivity, inability to perform oral hygiene procedures, and loss of the tooth. This article presents a rare case of exostosis in the mandibular right canine region and single tooth recession in the mandibular left central incisor region which was successfully managed by a combination of osseous resective surgery done to treat exostosis and lateral pedicle technique for root coverage.