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

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 neit...

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Published in:	International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology Vol. 13; no. 2; pp. 201 - 203
Main Authors:	Oliveira, Henrique Fernandes de, Vieira, Marcelo Braz, Buhaten, Wady Miguel Santos, Neves, Caio Athayde, Seronni, Giovanni Paolo, Dossi, Mário Orlando
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Thieme Revinter Publicações Ltda 01-06-2009
Subjects:	Nasal cavity Surgery Tooth
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Summary:	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.
ISSN:	1809-9777 1809-4864