Natal and neonatal teeth: a systematic review of prevalence and management

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ABSTRACT

Aim

The purpose of this systematic review was to identify and review the literature concerning natal and neonatal
teeth. STUDY DESIGN AND

Methods

The literature search was conducted using several databases. Specific terms were
used in the search, which includes articles from 1950 to 2011, supplementary searching by hand was also used. Relevant
studies were selected according to predetermined inclusion criteria.

Results

Studies meeting the inclusion criteria were
only found with regards to prevalence and management of natal and neonatal teeth. Prevalence ranged from near 0 to 1:10
while extraction or maintenance of teeth comprised the management options.

Conclusion

There is significant need for
further research, under specific scientific preconditions, to provide an evidence-based treatment for patients and to
determine the prevalence of natal and neonatal teeth more precisely.

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