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Authors | Sandra DePasquale BChD Vth year Alexander Azzopardi BChD PhD Simon Camilleri MSc MOrth RCS |
Abstract | A maxillary midline supernumerary tooth is the most common type of supernumerary tooth. We present a case of a mesiodens, preventing eruption of a permanent central incisor. The aetiology, diagnosis and the effect of these developmental anomalies upon the dentition are discussed. |
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Journal | Malta Medical Journal |
Volume | 17 Issue 02 |
Pages | 37 - 39 |
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Key words | case report, mesiodens, supernumerary, tooth, unerupted |