Pulp polyp associated with a natal tooth: case report

J Clin Pediatr Dent. 2009 Winter;34(2):161-3. doi: 10.17796/jcpd.34.2.96656211337v7517.

Abstract

Natal teeth are an infrequent occurrence at birth. Often these teeth are extracted because they are very mobile and pose a risk of aspiration. This is a rare case in which a natal tooth was extracted by the pediatrician with his fingers. A root fragment remained and out of this developed a large pulp polyp. This relationship has not been previously reported.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Dental Pulp Diseases / etiology*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Natal Teeth / pathology*
  • Natal Teeth / surgery
  • Polyps / etiology*
  • Tooth Extraction / adverse effects*
  • Tooth Root / pathology*