Mandibular supernumerary premolars: orthodontic and surgical considerations.
The presence of mandibular supernumerary premolars in two patients is reported. These teeth were discovered from panoramic oral radiographs during routine orthodontic assessment. The specific location of these teeth has a strong implication in the management of these cases. In the two cases reported, surgical removal is required prior to orthodontic treatment. A discussion is also made for the identification, location and surgical removal of these supernumerary teeth.
Yeung
K H
KH
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Unit, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong.
Lau
Y W
YW
Lee
K H
KH
D000293:Adolescent; D001641:Bicuspid / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008334:Mandible; D009971:Orthodontics, Corrective / Q000379:methods; D011862:Radiography, Panoramic; D014081:Tooth Extraction; D014096:Tooth, Supernumerary / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*