Management of Delayed Eruption by Surgical Removal of a Supernumerary Tooth: A Case Report

A supernumerary tooth is outlined as an additional tooth in distinction to traditional series of the dentition. Mesiodens may cause permanent incisor eruption to be delayed or ectopic, altering occlusion and appearance. As a result, it is essential for a dentist to diagnose mesiodens early in its development stage in order to provide optimal and minimal management. Interceptive therapies should be started as soon as possible after the clinical diagnosis of an irregular eruption pattern. Surgical removal of the mesiodens should be planned to avoid unfavourable outcomes. This case report highlights the problem of delayed eruption of permanent maxillary right central and lateral incisor in a 10-year old child due to supernumerary tooth.