Natal Teeth – case report

Abstract

Introduction Natal teeth are those in the oral cavity at birth. Appear commonly in the mandible, which may interfere with eating. Objective: To report the clinical case of a patient twenty-four months old, male, taken by his mother to the clinic of pediatric dentistry, with feeding difficulties. Method: During the interview, the mother reported the presence of teeth in infants from birth, and weight loss. To be subjected to clinical examination, there were two teeth in the region of the lower incisors are highly mobile. Then, when he underwent radiographic examination, it was found that the teeth were 71 and 81. Result: It was decided to remove them because they were not well established, with the risk of aspiration by the infant. After seven days, it was found that there was weight gain and the approach proved to be indicated and effective. Conclusion The treatment decision depends on scientific knowledge of the dentist, radiographic evaluation, the degree of tooth mobility and evaluation of breastfeeding. Keywords: Natal teeth, Pediatric Dentistry, Treatment.