Bilateral palatal talon cusps on permanent maxillary lateral incisors: a case report

Eur J Dent. 2011 Jan;5(1):113-6.

Abstract

Talon cusp is a rare developmental extra cusp-like projection on the cingulum area of affected anterior teeth that may cause various functional and aesthetic problems. The present report describes a case of bilateral palatal talon cusps on permanent maxillary incisors and the treatment procedure to overcome the clinical problems associated with talon cusps.

Keywords: Maxillary lateral incisor; Root canal therapy; Talon cusp.

Publication types

  • Case Reports