DOI: 10.36347/sjds.2020.v07i03.004

Pages: 60-63

Aim: The aim of this article is to present a case of multiple supernumerary teeth in the anterior maxillary segment in a non-syndromic child. Background: A supernumerary tooth is an additional tooth over and above the normal number found in the dentition. The prevalence of supernumerary teeth in Indian population is around 1.2%, with greater frequency in males which was 1.49% and in females the frequency was 0.85%. Case Description: A 6 yr old child came to our institute with his parents who were worried about the appearance of his upper front teeth. On examination it was seen that the child had sharp peg shaped central incisors. Radiographic examination revealed multiple supernumerary teeth in the anterior maxillary segment. The family’s medical history was non-contributory. These supernumerary teeth were obstructing the eruption pathway of the permanent incisors and therefore it was decided to extract them so as to allow normal eruption of permanent teeth. Summary: It is uncommon to find multiple supernumerary teeth in individuals with no other associated diseases or syndromes. This case report presents a case of a non-syndromic child with multiple supplemental supernumerary teeth in the maxillary anterior segment managed with surgical excision and fixed aesthetic rehabilitation. Clinical Significance: An early diagnosis is key to the successful management of these anomalies along with a good radiographic investigation and institution of a treatment plan for their early removal to prevent deleterious effects on the permanent dentition.