Abstract
Ectopic teeth in the nasal cavity are a rare phenomenon. They are often associated with a variety of symptoms and future complications, ranging from nasal crusting and obstruction to chronic infections. In most reported cases, their removal is recommended. Here, we report a case of an ectopic intranasal tooth in a symptomatic adult. The tooth was removed endoscopically with good results.
Highlights
The presence of an intranasal tooth is uncommon
Regardless of the etiology, identifying an intranasal ectopic tooth is necessary in order to minimize potential complications
We present a case of an adult with a symptomatic ectopic intranasal tooth and report our technique for endoscopic removal and clinical outcomes
Summary
Ectopic intranasal teeth may be permanent, deciduous, or supernumerary [1]. Intranasal teeth can be asymptomatic and discovered incidentally, but patients may report symptoms including foul-smelling discharge, nasal obstruction, chronic rhinosinusitis, and epistaxis, among other complaints [1-6]. We present a case of an adult with a symptomatic ectopic intranasal tooth and report our technique for endoscopic removal and clinical outcomes. How to cite this article Gupta S, Cipolla M (August 26, 2021) Endoscopic Surgical Excision of Ectopic Tooth in Left Nasal Cavity. Computed tomography (CT) imaging of the sinuses confirmed the presence of an ectopic tooth, with a poorly-developed crown in the incisive canal and the root extending into the nasal cavity (Figure 3). The patient underwent endoscopic removal of the intranasal tooth, septoplasty, and inferior turbinate reduction under general anesthesia.
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