Natal Tooth In A 31 Weeks Premature Infant- A Rare Case Report
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چکیده
The term natal tooth describes the tooth present at the time of birth. This is a rare case report of 31 weeks old premature infant with natal tooth. There is very little literature reporting about the natal or neonatal teeth in premature infants and its management. Through this article we wish to bring awareness about the presence of natal tooth and its complications in premature infants and why it needs immediate attention and prompt treatment.
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