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Methods for the Study of the Zebrafish Maxillary Barbel
Published on: November 23, 2009
Fusion of maxillary central incisors with mesiodens
Madhuram Krishnamurthy1, V Naveen Kumar1, Ashok Leburu1
1Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Dental Sciences, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India.
Abstract:
Fusion and gemination are developmental anomalies which are quite similar to each other but can be distinguished from each other if properly assessed. Fusion and gemination have been described as a result of developmental anomalies of dental tissues. The exact etiology is still unknown, but a genetic predisposition is suggested. This article highlights the importance of clinical and radiographic correlation in arriving at a definitive diagnosis.
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