Mesiodens: A Hospital Based Study.

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Dentistry
• Dental Radiology
• Maxillofacial Development

Background:

• Mesiodens are the most common supernumerary teeth, typically found in the anterior maxilla.
• Understanding their radiographic features and management in children is crucial for dental professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the radiographic characteristics of mesiodens in children.
• To document the management strategies employed for mesiodens in a hospital setting.

Main Methods:

• A retrospective cross-sectional study analyzed dental records of children from December 2015 to December 2016.
• Radiographic features (number, shape, position, crown direction) and complications were recorded.
• Data were analyzed using IBM SPSS v.20.0.

Main Results:

• Of 1871 records, 40 children had 53 mesiodens (3:1 male:female ratio), often discovered around age 8.
• The majority were erupted, conical, palatally placed, and vertically directed.
• Complications included crowding, diastema, and delayed eruption; management was mainly surgical extraction.

Conclusions:

• Periodic radiographic monitoring is essential for detecting and managing mesiodens in pediatric patients.
• Early detection aids in timely intervention and prevention of associated complications.