Ectopic intranasal tooth in a child with labiopalatoschizis: A rare case

Aditomo R., Rochmah Y.S., Yanuarista G.S.

Abstract

Ectopic teeth is a rare case in clinical practice. Intranasal teeth is particularly related to osteomyelitis, traumatic impaction and squamous cell carcinoma. Surgery is chosen to prevent these complications. This case report presents a 16 year old boy with ectopic intranasal tooth and labiopalatoschizis. The patient came with epistaxis as the major symptom. Endoscopic endonasal approach is the most common technique in patients with ectopic intranasal teeth due to its safety and outcomes are cosmetically satisfying.

Journal
Ethiopian Medical Journal
Page Range
287-289
Volume
61
Issue Number
3
Publication date
2023
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