Diagnostic Dilemma of a Double Tooth: A Rare Case Report and Review

oleh: D.B. Nandini, B.S. Deepak, M. Selvamani, H.K. Puneeth

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2014-01-01

Deskripsi

Gemination or Schizodontism is a developmental anomaly affecting the tooth shape which is often confused with fusion. It affects primary dentition more often than permanent. It is a rare occurrence in the posterior teeth. Its etiology, pathogenesis, prevalence, differential diagnosis and management are discussed and a rare case of gemination of maxillary premolar is reported here.