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“Early baby teeth” - Folklore and Facts

Umamaheswari N.* , Umamaheswari N. , Karunakaran

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Indian Journal of Dental Education 6(2):p 71-77, April - June 2013. | DOI:

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Variations in the newborns oral cavity have been an enduring interest to the pediatric dentist. The occurrence of natal and neonatal teeth is a rare anomaly which for centuries has been associated with diverse superstitions among many different ethnic groups. Natal teeth are more frequent than neonatal teeth. The ratio being approximately 3:1. The purpose of this case report is to review the literature related to the natal teeth folklore and misconceptions and discuss their possible etiology and treatment.

Keywords: Natal teeth; Neonatal teeth; Deciduous incisor.

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