Intracoronal Radiolucency in An Unerupted Premolar: A Rare Occurrence

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Oral Pathology
• Radiology

Background:

• Pre-eruptive Intracoronal Resorption (PIR) is a rare dental anomaly.
• PIR lesions typically occur in dentin near the dentin-enamel junction, often in the occlusal crown.
• These lesions are frequently discovered incidentally on dental radiographs.

Observation:

• This case report focuses on a 10-year-old boy with PIR.
• The lesion was identified in the mandibular second premolar.
• Radiographic findings, defect characteristics, and restoration were documented.

Findings:

• The study presents a specific case of PIR in a pediatric patient.
• Detailed radiographic evidence of the resorption defect is provided.
• Information on the lesion's size, location, and any restorative treatment is included.

Implications:

• Highlights the importance of routine radiographic examination for early PIR detection.
• Contributes to the understanding of PIR presentation in children.
• Provides a clinical example for dental professionals managing similar cases.