Maxillary Dentigerous Cyst Associated With Supernumerary Tooth

Abstract

Introduction Dentigerous cysts are caused by a developmental abnormality derived from the reduced enamel epithelium of the tooth-forming organ. Dentigerous cyst rarely involve impacted supernumerary tooth in anterior maxilla while commonly involve third molar tooth. Case Report A case of dentigerous cyst in association with supernumerary tooth in a 15-year-old male patient is reported causing right nasal cavity obstruction. The present case report describes the management of a dentigerous cyst by surgical enucleation.

Keywords

• Dentigerous Cyst
• Tooth, Supernumerary
• Maxilla
• Nasal Obstruction