Cryptodontia
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Cryptodontia refers to a tooth that remains totally or partially hidden within the bone or the gum and fails to emerge normally into the mouth; that is, an impacted tooth.
How it may be noticed: absence of a tooth that should have erupted, discomfort or inflammation in the area, and, at times, no obvious symptoms.
Why it is monitored: an impacted tooth can affect neighboring teeth or dental alignment.
Which specialist handles it? The dentist identifies the situation, with support from the orthodontist or the maxillofacial surgeon depending on the case, and radiological studies are usually used to locate the tooth. A dental evaluation makes it possible to define the most appropriate follow-up.
Data on 186 doctors who treat cryptodontia
Which specialist treats cryptodontia?
Cryptodontia (impacted tooth) is treated by a General Dentist; a Pediatrician may assist with the general evaluation in children, and a Radiologist supports with imaging studies.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in cryptodontia
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Diana Delgado
Dr. Erick Reyes Ramirez
Dr. Laura E Figueroa Melgoza
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Hernandez Hernandez Cesar Joel
Dr. Gonzalez Juan Chaquibp
Dr. Santos Oscar Ramos
Dr. Garza Nancy Cabrera
Dr. Beatriz Guerrero Macias
Dr. Ariadne Magali Villarreal Carranza
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. Juan Manuel Munoz Perez
Frequently asked questions
What is cryptodontia?
Cryptodontia refers to a tooth that remains totally or partially hidden within the bone or the gum and fails to emerge normally into the mouth; that is, an impacted tooth.
Which doctor treats cryptodontia?
Cryptodontia (impacted tooth) is treated by a General Dentist; a Pediatrician may assist with the general evaluation in children, and a Radiologist supports with imaging studies.