Management of the Submerged Deciduous Tooth: 1. Aetiology, Diagnosis and Potential Consequences

From Volume 26, Issue 7, September 1999 | Pages 292-296

Authors

Annabel M. Teague

BDS

Senior House Officer in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Orthodontics, Gwynedd General Hospital, Bangor

Articles by Annabel M. Teague

Philip Barton

BDS

Orthodontic Practitioner, Shrewsbury and Telford, Gwynedd General Hospital, Bangor

Articles by Philip Barton

William J. Parry

BDS, FDS RCS (Ed.), DOrthRCS (Eng.)

Consultant Orthodontist, Gwynedd General Hospital, Bangor

Articles by William J. Parry

Abstract

The management of submerged deciduous teeth can present a dilemma for general practitioner and specialist alike. These teeth are often extracted to avoid potential problems. The recent literature, mainly publications in specialist journals of paediatric dentistry and orthodontics, suggests that a conservative approach is often preferable, particularly when the permanent successor is present. The purpose of this article is to review the aetiology, diagnosis and potential consequences of submerging deciduous molars; a second paper will discuss the treatment options available.

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