Supernumerary Teeth: a literature review

Abstract

Summary: This is a literature review about
supernumerary teeth, its etiology, diagnosis, clinical complication and treatment. An early
diagnosis is the key to an adequate treatment, and to reduce complications such tooth eruption
anomalies, dental malpositions, impacted teeth and cysts formation. It is important to perform early
a complete oral evaluation of the pediatric patient’s including the non-erupted teeth . Proper use
of Periapical or Panorex Rx exams may help clinicians to determine early teeth numbers and/or teeth
position anomalies. Key words: Supernumerary teeth. Impacted teeth. Eruption teeth
alterations.