Fusion of teeth – A rare developmental anomaly
James SUNNY 1, Vishwanath KEDILAYA 1, Ravindra PAI 1, Dharma Sindhu RAI 1, Murali RAO 2
1 Dental Department, Jerudong Medical Park Centre, Brunei Darussalam and
2 Dental Division, Panaga Health Centre, Brunei Darussalam
ABSTRACT
Fusion is a rare developmental problem involving the union of two adjacent teeth. This occurs with a prevalence of 0.05% (bilateral) and could cause aesthetic, spacing and periodontal problems. The aetiology related to such an anomaly is still uncertain. The present article reports two rare cases with fusion of the mandibular permanent lateral incisors with the canine. The possible treatment options are also discussed.
Keywords: Dental anomalies, fusion, gemination
Correspondence author: James SUNNY, Dental Department, Jerudong Park Medical Centre (JPMC), Jerudong, Brunei Darussalam.
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Brunei Int Med J. 2013; 9 (1): 52-55