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Dens Invaginatus and Talon Cusp Co-occurring in a Mandibular Central Incisor: A Case Report
Journal of Dentistry for Children
  • Esin Siraci, Hacettepe University
  • H. Cem Güngör, Marquette University
  • Zafer C. Cehreli, Hacettepe University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
5-1-2008
Publisher
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Disciplines
Abstract

Talon cusp and dens invaginatus are tooth shape anomalies that rarely affect mandibular teeth. Their co-occurrence in a single tooth is uncommon. The purpose of this report was to present a rare case of both talon cusp and dens invaginatus in a permanent mandibular central incisor. The diagnosis of dens invaginatus was made from routine radiographs taken to investigate a possible pulpal extension within the taloned cusp. Since the invagination did not communicate with the oral cavity, no treatment was indicated. The talon cusp was slightly grinded and smoothened to eliminate tongue irritation.

Comments

Journal of Dentistry for Children, Vol. 75, No. 2 (May-August 2008): 177-180. Publisher link.

H. Cem Güngör was affiliated with Hacettepe University at the time of publication.

Citation Information
Esin Siraci, H. Cem Güngör and Zafer C. Cehreli. "Dens Invaginatus and Talon Cusp Co-occurring in a Mandibular Central Incisor: A Case Report" Journal of Dentistry for Children (2008) ISSN: 1551-8949
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/hcem-gungor/5/