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Late-forming supernumerary teeth: A case series.

Aoibheann Wall¹, Rachna Chawla¹, Robert Sd Smyth²

¹Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, London, UK.

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|March 23, 2024

Summary

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Late-forming supernumerary teeth (LFST) can develop unexpectedly, impacting orthodontic treatment. Early detection through regular reviews is crucial for managing LFST and preventing complications.

Keywords:

imaging and cephalometry interdisciplinary treatment late-forming supernumerary teeth minor oral surgery-orthodontic interface radiography and orthodontics (including radiation protection)supernumerary

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Orthodontics
Oral Surgery

Background:

Late-forming supernumerary teeth (LFST) are uncommon, with limited research on their etiology, prevalence, and management.
Supernumerary teeth can complicate dental development and orthodontic treatment planning.

Purpose of the Study:

To illustrate the development of LFST.
To highlight the implications of LFST for orthodontic treatment.
To demonstrate the management of LFST in a tertiary care setting.

Main Methods:

A case series approach was used.
Five cases with varying presentations and ages of LFST development were presented.
Clinical and radiographic reviews were emphasized.

Main Results:

The case series showcased diverse presentations of LFST development.
The importance of a low threshold for suspecting LFST in patients with prior supernumerary teeth was demonstrated.
Regular clinical and radiographic monitoring was highlighted as essential.

Conclusions:

Timely identification of LFST is critical for preventing complications.
Proactive management of LFST can optimize orthodontic treatment outcomes.
Maintaining vigilance for LFST is important in orthodontic and dental practice.