A Rare Case Report of Ectopic Tooth in Submandibular Salivary Gland’s Duct
- Author:
Jabbar OA
- Collective Name:Mustafa NS , Kashmoola MA
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
Ectopic tooth, submandibular duct, floor of mouth
- From:
The International Medical Journal Malaysia
2019;18(2):123-126
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
This case report highlights mandibular tooth in an ectopic position in the floor of the mouth, associated
with submandibular salivary gland, which was completely obliterating the Wharton duct. Very few such
cases have been reported in the literatures. Since ectopic tooth may lead to pain, discomfort sensation
upon mastication, and even infection (sialadenitis), its diagnosis and treatment is essential.
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