Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dens invaginatus causing draining tracts in dog's lower molars
By Stein, Keith E et al.·Published in Journal of veterinary dentistry·2005·Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Dens invaginatus of the mandibular first molars in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 6-year-old dog was brought in because of draining tracts near both lower first molar teeth. X-rays revealed bone loss around these teeth, prompting the vet to surgically remove them. The removed teeth were examined and found to have a condition called dens invaginatus, where the tooth structure folds in on itself. Thirteen months later, the dog showed no complications from the extractions and healed well, with no signs of further dental issues.
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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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