Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-9 | Issue-01 | 6-10
Case Report
Talon Cusp from Southern Region of Saudi Arabia: Report of Two Cases with Mini Review
Loay Ebrahim A. Najmi, Rahaf Abdullah Houmady, Rahaf Ahmed Halawi, Sana Essa Ageel, Rayan Ali Nahari, The-Anoon Abdo Baggash
Published : Jan. 16, 2024
Abstract
Talon cusp is an uncommon dental anomaly characterized by the presence of an accessory cusp-like structure projecting from the cingulum area of an anterior teeth. This anomaly generally poses problems for the patient in terms of esthetics, caries control and occlusal accommodation. This cases report with mini-review presents a brief classification of talon cusp, summary of published case report worldwide, and a unique occurrence of maxillary talon cusp in a 23-year female and 9-year male patient. The clinical and radiographic findings, along with the management of this rare dental anomaly are discussed.