Management of rare ectopic teeth eruption: case series
10.5125/jkaoms.2023.49.2.86
- Author:
Olutayo JAMES
1
;
Ibrahim Kayode SULEIMAN
;
Mukhtar Modibbo AHMAD
;
Hector Oladapo OLASOJI
Author Information
1. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dental Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
- Publication Type:CASE SERIES STUDY
- From:Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
2023;49(2):86-90
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Objectives:An ectopic tooth is a rare eruption of a tooth out of the normal dental apparatus and occurs commonly with the third molar. Thus, in this study, we reported a case series of ectopic teeth in rare jaw locations and highlight the associated pathology and our experience in the surgical management.
Patients and Methods:All cases of ectopic tooth managed at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital from January 2011 to December 2020 were reviewed. The information retrieved includes biodata, location of the ectopic tooth, signs, symptoms, type of tooth and associated pathology, surgical approach and complications.
Results:Ten cases of ectopic teeth were identified over the study period. This comprised 80.0% males with a mean age was 23.3 years. The antrum and lower border of the mandible accounted for 50.0% and 40.0% of the ectopic locations, respectively. Dentigerous cyst was the most associated pathology (70%) and usually presented with pain and swelling. Surgical intervention predominantly via the intraoral route was performed if indicated.
Conclusion:Ectopic teeth are rare and not always associated with pathology. A high index of suspicion and radiological investigation are necessary for diagnosis. A more extensive multi-center study is however recommended to determine the prevalence of ectopic teeth other than the third molar.
