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Multiple Unerupted Permanent Teeth Associated with Noonan Syndrome.

K S Uloopi¹, V Madhuri¹, A S Gopal¹

¹Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, India.

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Summary

This case report highlights unusual dental anomalies in Noonan syndrome, including unerupted, submerged, and supernumerary teeth. Early dental intervention and multidisciplinary care are crucial for managing this genetic disorder.

Keywords:

Hypertelorism Noonan syndrome Submerged teeth Supernumerary teeth Unerupted teeth

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Genetics
Pediatrics

Background:

Noonan syndrome is an autosomal dominant multisystem disorder with diverse clinical manifestations.
Common features include congenital heart defects, short stature, and distinctive facial characteristics.

Observation:

A case of Noonan syndrome presented with significant dental anomalies.
These included multiple unerupted permanent teeth, retained deciduous teeth, and supernumerary teeth.

Findings:

The patient underwent extraction of supernumerary teeth and preventive dental restorations.
Orthodontic treatment is ongoing for the forced eruption of unerupted permanent teeth.

Implications:

Dental anomalies can be key indicators for diagnosing Noonan syndrome.
General dentists play a vital role in early detection and management, necessitating a multidisciplinary approach.