Tooth in nasal cavity of non-traumatic etiology: uncommon affection

Abstract

Introduction: The presence of ectopic supernumerary tooth is not an uncommon fact, and the estimate is that 1% of the population is affected. However, a tooth in nasal cavity is a rare event, independently of the etiology. Objective: To report a case of a tooth in nasal cavity whose etiology is neither traumatic and nor iatrogenic. Case report: The young patient presented with a radiopaque image in nasal cavity during dental propedeutics. Upon otorhinolaryngological exams, a tooth was identified, in spite of no existence of any trauma. Surgical treatment was carried out without complications. Final Comments: The presence of tooth in nasal cavity, in spite of being uncommon, must be given special attention. The dangerous triangle of the face is a potential place of complications, therefore, the approach must be surgical even in asymptomatic patients.

Keywords

• Nasal cavity
• Surgery
• Tooth