Multiple Shovel Shaped Appearance of Teeth Associated with Dens Invaginatus: A Case Report
Zaridah Zainal Abidin, Alaa Sabah Hussein, Siti Hajar Hamzah
International Journal of Research and Reports in Dentistry · pp. 61–67 · Published 12 Apr 2021
Abstract
Introduction: Shovel appearance of a tooth happed as the highlight of the lateral edges that intertwined with a raised cingulum makes a profound lingual fossa. The ridge fades toward the incisal edge and this gives the tooth a 'shovel' or 'scoop' shape. Case Report: An eight-year-old healthy Malay girl who came for a regular dental check-up at the pediatric dental clinic revealed a shovel appearance of anterior maxillary teeth with various degree upon intra-oral examination. The radiograph showed all teeth exhibit open apex and tooth 12 is associated with the presence of Type I dens invaginatus. Sealing the affected tooth with flowable composite was a good treatment option. Conclusion: A thorough examination, early diagnosis and proper treatment are important to prevent any dental complication that may be associated with these dental anomalies.
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