PMC9106236_01
An intraoral view showing the presence of bilateral talon's cusp type 1 in the right and left maxillary lateral incisors
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F1
This additional elevated structure was seen to be projecting from the cingulum surface and extending toward the incisal edge completely, giving it a characteristic "true talon" appearance [Figures 1 and 2].
Dental cast of the child clearly showing the presence of bilateral talon's cusp on the palatal surface of the maxillary lateral incisors
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F2
This additional elevated structure was seen to be projecting from the cingulum surface and extending toward the incisal edge completely, giving it a characteristic "true talon" appearance [Figures 1 and 2].
An intraoral periapical radiograph
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F3
A periapical radiograph of the upper anterior region revealed the presence of a V-shaped radiopaque structure superimposed on the affected crown of the right and left lateral incisors, and the point of the "V" was facing toward the incisal edge [Figure 3].
Orthopantomogram X-ray showing bilateral talon's cusp in the permanent maxillary lateral incisors
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F4
Orthopantomogram radiograph confirmed the presence of TC in the permanent maxillary right and left lateral incisors [Figure 4].
Postoperative image after the reduction of talon's cusp on the palatal surface of the right and left maxillary lateral incisors
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F5
TC was reduced to eliminate occlusal interferences; this was done by periodic grinding of the palatal surfaces of the TC [Figure 5].