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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Dens invaginatus of the mandibular first molars in a dog.

Journal:
Journal of veterinary dentistry
Year:
2005
Authors:
Stein, Keith E et al.
Affiliation:
Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine · United States
Species:
dog

Abstract

A 6-year-old dog was presented for draining tracts associated with both mandibular first molar teeth. Radiographs of the affected teeth showed periapical bone lysis. Surgical tooth extractions were performed and the tooth segments were submitted for histopathologic examination. Microscopic evaluation of the teeth showed in folding of the enamel and dentin consistent with a diagnosis of dens invaginatus. Examination performed 13-months following the extraction procedures indicated uncomplicated healing at the extraction sites and no other visible evidence of endodontic disease.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15909453/