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Supernumerary Teeth

Supernumerary teeth or hyperdontia are extra teeth in addition to the standard set of milk teeth or permanent teeth. It can occur anywhere in the mouth, single or multiple teeth, one or both sides, erupted or impacted, and an upper, lower, or both the jaws. Extraction of these teeth is usually not recommended but may be removed if any disturbance is present.

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My 11-year-old son got two different opinions about his dental issue. How to opt for the right one?

Query: Hi doctor,My son is 11 years old. He got a dental checkup last week. I received two different opinions on his issue of what is showing on his X-rays. I am concerned about it. Kindly suggest.   Read Full »

Dr. Bharat Joshi

Dr. Bharat Joshi

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please be calm. See as per my interpretation, there seems to be an additional canal in the molar which is either separated or isolated. I suggest you please have RVG (radiovisiography) or CBCT (cone beam computed tomography) of the molar for clarification.  Read Full »

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