Ectopic Eruption of Mandibular Canine- A Report and Review

Authors: Vijayendranath N and Geon P, Raghavendra K, Ujwala S, Prasanna KR, Roopashri RK and Gowri B

DOI: 10.23880/oajds-16000142

Volume 2, Issue 3

Abstract

 Tooth eruption is a process whereby the forming tooth migrates from its intraosseous location in the jaw to its functional position within the oral cavity. A variety of eruption problems arise during the transitional dentition period and one such problem is ectopic eruption. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent a more complicated malocclusion. Guidance of eruption and development of the primary, mixed and permanent dentitions is an integral component of comprehensive oral healthcare for all dental patients. Such guidance should contribute to the development of a permanent dentition, i.e. in a stable, functional and esthetically acceptable occlusion. Here we report a case of ectopic eruption on right mandibular canine. 

Keywords: Ectopic eruption ; Mandibular canine; Oral periapical

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