Have you ever seen something like this before? It’s a condition where a person develops way more teeth than normal (a rare dental abnormality called hyperdontia). Normally, adults have 32 teeth. But in this case, what you’re seeing is the presence of dozens if not hundreds of extra teeth, many of them small and oddly shaped, packed tightly together. This type of extreme presentation is often linked to a benign tumor-like growth called a compound odontoma. It usually forms in childhood and might not be noticed until it starts causing symptoms like swelling, difficulty chewing, or cosmetic concerns. In many cases, it’s only discovered during a dental X-ray just like the one below this photo. The cause isn’t always clear, but genetics and developmental disorders like Gardner’s syndrome or cleidocranial dysplasia are linked to it. It is treatable. Dentists and oral surgeons can remove the excess teeth and restore function and appearance. But the earlier it’s detected, the better the outcome. So if a child has delayed tooth eruption, unusual swelling in the jaw, or extra teeth appearing, please don’t ignore it. A dental X-ray could reveal more than you think. #Hyperdontia #snovoknowledge #Queendiva