prevalence of mesiodens in Iranian children: a radiographic study

ABSTRACT

Mesiodens is the most common supernumerary tooth occurring in 0.15% to 1.9% of The population. A racial variation is believed in the prevalence of supernumeraries. The purpose of This cross-sectional study was to determine the prevalence of mesiodens. 2687 Iranian children 6-9 years old were selected and peripcal radiographs were taken. The general prevalence of mesiodens was found to be 1.6% [1.11, 2.08]. Males showed a higher prevalence of mesiodens than that of females 510. A maxillary occlusal radiograph is highly recommended to make clear. The presence or absence of supernumerary teeth