title: Bilateral connation of permanent mandibular incisors: a case report.
abstract: Connated teeth are the consequences of developmental anomalies leading to the eruption of joined elements. According to current definitions, gemination occurs when one tooth bud tries to divide, while fusion occurs if two buds unite. Clinical experience shows, however, that diagnosis can be complicated due to superimposed anomalies. This report describes a unique case of bilateral fusion of permanent mandibular incisors and discusses the differential diagnosis and possible future treatment options anticipated for this particular case.
authors.affiliation: Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro School of Dentistry, Brazil.
authors.forename: A A
authors.initials: AA
authors.lastname: Neves
authors.forename: M L A
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Neves
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Farinhas
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D005671:Fused Teeth / Q000145:classification / Q000473:pathology*; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor / Q000473:pathology*; D008334:Mandible; D011379:Prognosis; D019228:Tooth Crown / Q000002:abnormalities