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Clinical problems associated with unusual cases of talon cusp
Author(s) -
AlOmari M. A. O.,
Hat F. N.,
Darwazeh A. M. G.,
Dummer P. M. H.
Publication year - 1999
Publication title -
international endodontic journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.988
H-Index - 119
eISSN - 1365-2591
pISSN - 0143-2885
DOI - 10.1046/j.1365-2591.1999.00212.x
Subject(s) - supernumerary , cusp (singularity) , maxillary central incisor , impaction , orthodontics , medicine , crown (dentistry) , dentistry , anterior teeth , mathematics , geometry
Case report Talon cusp is an uncommon dental anomaly manifested as an accessory cusp‐like structure on the crown of anterior teeth. This report describes two unusual cases of talon cusp. Case 1 showed bilateralanomalous cusps on the palatal aspects of maxillary supernumerary teeth, causing premature contact and tooth impaction. In case 2, a double‐fused talon cusp was projected from the palatal surface of a large geminated central incisor. A talon cusp is not an innocuous defect, as it may provide a substantial diagnostic, treatment planning and procedural challenge. Early diagnosis and management are important to avoid complications.