The multidisciplinary management of a fused maxillary central incisor with a talon cusp.

Abstract

BACKGROUND:

A fused maxillary incisor required complex multidisciplinary treatment to preserve health and restore aesthetics. This report presents a rare case of a dental fusion between the maxillary right central incisor and a supernumerary tooth of a 9-year-old male patient with the chief complaint of the presence of a large anterior tooth.

METHODS:

Radiographic investigation and computerized tomography indicated there was no connection between pulp chambers. After dividing the crown with a diamond bur, the supernumerary tooth was removed and the diastema between the maxillary central incisors was closed by orthodontic treatment. The tooth was then restored with composite resin.

RESULTS:

The maxillary right central incisor was still healthy after a follow-up examination period of 24 months.

CONCLUSIONS:

A multidisciplinary approach with the cooperation of different practitioners can contribute to the success of a treatment plan.

• Authors: B Ozden, K Gunduz, S Ozer, A Oz, F Otan Ozden
• Journal: Australian dental journal (Aust Dent J) Vol. 57 Issue 1 Pg. 98-102 (Mar 2012) ISSN: 1834-7819 [Electronic] Australia
• PMID: 22369566 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
• Copyright: © 2012 Australian Dental Association.

Topics

• Child
• Fused Teeth (complications, surgery)
• Humans
• Incisor (abnormalities)
• Male
• Maxilla
• Orthodontic Space Closure
• Tooth Crown (abnormalities)
• Tooth, Supernumerary (complications, surgery)