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.
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 23 doctors who treat cryptodontia
Specialties that treat cryptodontia
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in cryptodontia
Dr. José Luis Razo Aguirre
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Hugo Castellanos
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Hector Manuel Garcia Alatorre
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Etsson Jessel García Hernández
Dr. Miguel Herrera
Dra. Maria del Pilar Rodriguez Velasquez
Dr. Carlos Trinidad Combaluzier
Dr. Rafael Ruiz Rodriguez
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Salvador Reyes Fernandez
Dr. Miguel Alejandro Pompa Villasenor
Dra. Magdalena García González
Dra. Teresa Zárate Vera
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dra. Ma Teresa Rousselon Iriarte
Dra. Shadia Dueñas Salgado
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 is usually treated by specialists in maxillofacial surgeon, pediatrician, radiologist, orthodontist, endodontist, dentist, dentist.