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Fusing the Gap-Strategic Approaches in Managing Primary Double Teeth: A Report of Two Cases
Sruthi Priyadharshiny S1, Suchithra Muraleedhar Seetha1, Gibi Syriac1
1Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Government Dental College, Kottayam, Kerala, India.
Aim And Background:
This case report highlights various management strategies for primary double teeth (PDT), focusing on the importance of early intervention and timely care to enhance oral health and overall quality of life in these children.
Case Description:
An incidental finding of PDT was noted in a 4-year-old boy, and preventive techniques were followed sequentially to interfere with caries initiation in a healthy PDT. In the second case, esthetic rehabilitation of a cariously involved, symptomatic PDT was carried out in a 4-year-old boy, emphasizing the importance and impact of timely intervention in such cases.
Conclusion:
This case report not only presents a preventive and minimally invasive strategy to avoid caries initiation in PDT but also explores esthetic rehabilitation for caries-affected PDT, highlighting a comprehensive and innovative approach in managing this condition.
Clinical Significance:
Precise and early diagnosis of PDT directly influences the treatment outcomes. PDT often increases the risk of dental caries, potentially leading to premature tooth loss. Given its impact on the succedaneous dentition, timely intervention is crucial to prevent long-term complications.
How To Cite This Article:
Sruthi PS, Seetha SM, Syriac G, et al. Fusing the Gap-Strategic Approaches in Managing Primary Double Teeth: A Report of Two Cases. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2026;19(2):244-249.
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