A rare case report of ectopic tooth in submandibular salivary gland's duct
This case report highlights mandibular tooth in an ectopic position in the floor of the mouth, associated with submandibular salivary gland, which was completely obliterating the Wharton duct. Very few such cases have been reported in the literatures. Since ectopic tooth may lead to pain, discomfo...
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| Language: | English English |
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International Islamic University Malaysia
2019
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| Online Access: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/78140/ http://irep.iium.edu.my/78140/ http://irep.iium.edu.my/78140/1/78140_A%20Rare%20Case%20Report%20of%20Ectopic%20Tooth_article.pdf http://irep.iium.edu.my/78140/2/A%20rare%20case%20report%20of%20ectopic%20tooth%20in%20subman_scopus.pdf |
| Summary: | This case report highlights mandibular tooth in an ectopic position in the floor of the mouth, associated
with submandibular salivary gland, which was completely obliterating the Wharton duct. Very few such
cases have been reported in the literatures. Since ectopic tooth may lead to pain, discomfort sensation
upon mastication, and even infection (sialadenitis), its diagnosis and treatment is essential |
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