Fusion of primary incisors--a report of six cases

J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent. 1999 Jun;17(2):55-60.

Abstract

Six cases of asymptomatic dental twinning anomalies in the primary dentition are reported in 4205 school children. A clinical and radiographic presentation of the cases of fusion of primary incisor teeth is illustrated. This clinical entity has been found to appear with varied clinical and radiographic appearances. An association of fusion of primary incisors with the number of succedaneous teeth was seen.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Anodontia / pathology
  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Fused Teeth / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Incisor / abnormalities*
  • Male
  • Mandible
  • Tooth, Deciduous / abnormalities*