EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY CONTENTS.

Vol. 10 No. 3      September 2009

ISSN: 1591-996X      UBIC: 116-O

ABSTRACT: Background: Talon cusp is a relatively rare developmental anomaly characterised by the presence of an accessory cusp-like structure projecting from the cingulum area or cemento-enamel junction of the maxillary or mandibular anterior teeth in both the primaty and permanent dentition. It is frequently seen in the permanent laterals. Case report: The paper presents two cases of talon cusp of semi talon and trace talon type. KEYWORDS:Talon cusp; Developmental anomaly; Accessory cusp.

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