Description

A supernumerary tooth is an additional tooth that develops in the dental arch beyond the normal number of teeth. This condition can occur in both primary and permanent dentitions and may lead to dental complications such as crowding or impaction.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'diente supernumerario' is the clinical term used in formal contexts. Colloquial variants may include 'diente extra' or 'diente adicional', but these should be avoided in professional settings to maintain clarity. It's important to ensure that patients understand this term as it relates to dental health.

Example Sentences

EN: The dentist discovered a supernumerary tooth during the examination.

ES: El dentista descubrió un diente supernumerario durante el examen.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'supernumerary' with 'suplementario'; misinterpreting 'tooth' as 'molar' or 'incisor'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.