Title of article :
Dentigerous Cyst Associated with Ectopic Canine and a Supernumerary Tooth: A Rare Occurrence
Author/Authors :
Ramakrishna, Ashwini College of Dental Sciences - Department of Oral Pathology, Department of Microbiology, India , Lambade, Pravin Swargiya Dadasaheb Kalmegh Smruti Dental College and Hospital - Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, India
Abstract :
Amongst the cysts of the jaw dentigerous cyst (DC) is one of the most prevalent types of odontogenic cysts, which is associated with the crown of an unerupted or developing tooth. DC is more commonly seen with mandibular third molar and maxillary canine and rarely other teeth are involved. These cysts seldom associate with supernumerary teeth. The purpose of this article is to describe a case of large dentigerous cyst associated with supernumerary teeth and an ectopic canine, which is a rare presentation along with its management.
Keywords :
Dentigerous cyst , ectopic teeth , supernumerary teeth
Journal title :
Journal of Surgical Technique and Case Report
Journal title :
Journal of Surgical Technique and Case Report