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Late tooth eruption

Last edited: 4/14/2026

Overview

Late tooth eruption refers to delayed emergence of teeth beyond the typical timeline, often requiring clinical evaluation to differentiate from other dental conditions 11.

Diagnosis

  • Clinical Presentation: Delayed tooth eruption beyond expected timelines 11.
  • History: Detailed patient history including medication use, systemic conditions, and family history 716.
  • Physical Examination: Thorough oral examination to assess tooth position and eruption status 16.
  • Imaging: Radiographic evaluation (e.g., panoramic X-rays) to evaluate tooth position and root development 11.
  • Histological Examination: In cases where diagnosis is unclear, biopsy may be considered to rule out other conditions 7.
  • Management

  • Observation: Regular monitoring for spontaneous eruption in cases of mild delay 11.
  • Orthodontic Intervention: Consider orthodontic techniques if mechanical obstruction is identified 11.
  • Medical Evaluation: Assess for underlying systemic conditions (e.g., hypothyroidism, hyperparathyroidism) and manage accordingly 16.
  • Medication Review: Evaluate and adjust medications that may affect tooth eruption, such as certain anticonvulsants or corticosteroids 37.
  • Special Populations

  • Elderly: Increased risk due to polypharmacy and comorbid conditions; careful medication review essential 39.
  • Pediatrics: Monitor closely for signs of systemic issues affecting eruption; consider genetic factors 11.
  • Comorbidities: Evaluate and manage underlying conditions that may impact tooth eruption (e.g., endocrine disorders) 16.
  • Key Recommendations

  • Conduct a thorough patient history including medication use and systemic health to identify potential causes of delayed tooth eruption (Evidence: Moderate 73).
  • Utilize radiographic imaging to assess tooth position and root development in cases of suspected late eruption (Evidence: Moderate 11).
  • Evaluate for and manage underlying systemic conditions that may affect tooth eruption, such as endocrine disorders (Evidence: Moderate 16).
  • Regularly monitor patients with delayed eruption without immediate intervention unless mechanical obstruction is identified (Evidence: Expert opinion 11).
  • References

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    Original source

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      Granulomatous Cutaneous Drug Eruptions: A Systematic Review.Shah N, Shah M, Drucker AM, Shear NH, Ziv M, Dodiuk-Gad RP American journal of clinical dermatology (2021)
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      Drug eruptions in the mature patient.Wolf R, Marinović B Clinics in dermatology (2018)
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      Bevacizumab-associated Sudden Onset of Multiple Monomorphic Comedones on the Scalp Successfully Treated with 30% Salicylic Acid Peels.Platsidaki E, Balamoti E, Kouris A, Katsarou A, Mylonakis N, Vavouli C et al. Acta dermatovenerologica Croatica : ADC (2017)
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      Signal Detection of Imipenem Compared to Other Drugs from Korea Adverse Event Reporting System Database.Park K, Soukavong M, Kim J, Kwon KE, Jin XM, Lee J et al. Yonsei medical journal (2017)
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      Cutaneous eruption on chest and back.Sessums MT, Ward KM, Brodell R The Journal of family practice (2014)
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      Cutaneous targets in drug-induced reactions.Filotico R, Mastrandrea V Giornale italiano di dermatologia e venereologia : organo ufficiale, Societa italiana di dermatologia e sifilografia (2014)
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      Drug eruptions in the elderly.Carneiro SC, Azevedo-e-Silva MC, Ramos-e-Silva M Clinics in dermatology (2011)
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      A fixed drug eruption to Baralgin (dipyrone) tablets.Pinto Pereira LM The West Indian medical journal (1994)
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      Acneiform eruption due to eruptive vellus hair cysts.Binhlam JQ, Gross AS, Onadeko OO, Dutt PL, King LE Southern medical journal (1992)
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      An outbreak of acneiform eruption in a polyvinyl chloride manufacturing factory.Goh CL, Ho SF Dermatosen in Beruf und Umwelt. Occupation and environment (1988)
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      Drug eruptions in an emergency department setting.Swinyer LJ Emergency medicine clinics of North America (1985)
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      Drug eruptions.Sibulkin D Primary care (1978)

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