Solitary median maxillary central incisor.
Solitary median maxillary central incisor syndrome (SMMCIS) is a rare abnormality characterized by the presence of a central incisor positioned at the maxillary mid-axis. This morphologic defect also can be associated with other diseases. The purpose of this paper was to present a case report of a 4-year-old twin child with SMMCIS. The patient showed a symmetrical primary maxillary central incisor located at the midline, with an absence of labial frenulum, an indistinct philtrum, and an incisive papilla. Radiographic examination confirmed the presence of only a maxillary central incisor in both dentitions. The patient was referred for a genetic and otolaryngological assessment, however, no other abnormality than the ones reported were detected.
Bolan
Michele
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pediatric dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil. michelebolan@hotmail.com
Derech
Carla D'Agostini
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Ribeiro
Gerson Luiz Ulema
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Pereira
Eliana Ternes
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Almeida
Izabel Cristina Santos
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