[1][2] The incidence of neonatal teeth varies considerably, between 1:700 and 1:30,000 depending on the type of study; the highest prevalence is found in the only study that relies on personal examination of patients.
[6] They have little root structure and are attached to the end of the gum by soft tissue and are often mobile.
[7] Most of the time, natal teeth are not related to a medical condition.
[3] However some recommend that they be removed as the tooth can cut or amputate the tip of the tongue.
[9] In case of complications when the natal teeth need to be removed, dental radiographs should be obtained whenever possible, and evaluated and followed up with pediatric dentists.