Hyperdontia is the condition of having supernumerary teeth, or teeth that appear in addition to the regular number of teeth. They can appear in any area of the dental arch and can affect any dental organ. ==Types== Supernumerary teeth can be classified by shape and by position. The shapes include the following: When classified by position, a super...
(hi″pәr-don´shә) the presence of extra teeth; called also polyodontia.
Type: Term Pronunciation: hī-pĕr-don′shē-ă Definitions: 1. Having an excessive number of teeth.
hyperdontia (hygh' pur DAHN shee uh) 1. A condition characterized by the presence of supernumerary teeth. 2. An excessive number of teeth.