Natal and neonatal teeth: Literature review and report of seven cases in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital

Authors

  • O. O. Olatosi
  • F. A. Oredugba
  • E. O. Sote
  • A. S. Salami
  • C. L. Nzomiwu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61172/ndj.v20i1.123

Keywords:

Primary dentition, Natal tooth, Neonatal tooth, Treatment

Abstract

Teeth that are present in newborn infants are called "natal teeth" while teeth that erupt within the first 4 weeks after birth are called "neonatal teeth". The incidence of the appearance of natal and neonatal teeth has been reported to be between one in every 1000 and one in every 6000 births. Natal teeth may be uncomfortable for a nursing mother and present a risk of aspiration and swallowing by the infant if they are loose. Also, they may cause irritation and trauma to the infant's soft tissues. Under these circumstances, these teeth need to be extracted. This paper presents 7 cases of natal and neonatal teeth. Three of the cases presented with natal molar teeth which are rare. The clinical features, complications and management are discussed.

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Published

2012-01-01

How to Cite

Natal and neonatal teeth: Literature review and report of seven cases in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital. (2012). Nigerian Dental Journal, 20(1), 46-51. https://doi.org/10.61172/ndj.v20i1.123

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