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[Natal and neonatal teeth. Management]
J R Jasmin1, N Jonesco-Benaiche, M Muller-Giamarchi
1Departement d'Odontologie Pédiatrique, UFR d'Odontologie, Nice.
Annales De Pediatrie
|December 1, 1993
Summary
Natal teeth are present at birth, and neonatal teeth emerge in the first month after birth. To prevent aspiration risks, mobile natal or neonatal teeth require removal.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Pediatrics
- Neonatology
Context:
- Natal teeth are present at birth.
- Neonatal teeth erupt within the first month of life.
Purpose:
- To differentiate between natal and neonatal teeth.
- To provide a critical management guideline for mobile teeth present at birth or shortly after.
Summary:
- Natal teeth are defined as teeth present at birth.
- Neonatal teeth are those erupting within the first postnatal month.
- Mobile natal or neonatal teeth pose an aspiration hazard and necessitate removal.
Impact:
- Enhances clinical awareness regarding early-emerging teeth.
- Promotes infant safety by addressing potential aspiration risks.
- Informs pediatric and dental care protocols for newborns.
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