Bilateral dens evaginatus (talon cusp) in permanent maxillary lateral incisors: a rare developmental dental anomaly with great clinical significance

BMJ Case Rep. 2013 Jun 24:2013:bcr2013009184. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2013-009184.

Abstract

Talon cusp is an accessory cusp-like structure which projects from the cingulum area or cementoenamel junction. It is important for dentists to be aware of the potential complications that may occur with talon cusp. Early diagnosis and treatment is important, especially to prevent pulpal complications in permanent teeth which may be in developing stage in paediatric patients. The purpose of this paper is to report a case of bilateral talon cusp in permanent maxillary lateral incisors. Associated dental anomalies and clinical problems are discussed along with successful management of the case with conservative therapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Humans
  • Incisor / abnormalities*
  • Incisor / diagnostic imaging
  • Male
  • Radiography, Dental
  • Tooth Abnormalities / complications*
  • Tooth Abnormalities / diagnostic imaging
  • Tooth Abnormalities / physiopathology