Sharma, A2003-06-012009-06-022003-06-012009-06-022003-06-01Sharma A. Familial occurence of mesiodens--a case report. Journal of the Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry. 2003 Jun; 21(2): 84-5http://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/114951Molariform supernumerary teeth in the maxillary central incisor area are uncommon. This article reports the presence of a molariform mesiodens in daughter and a conical mesiodens in father. Detailed investigation into family history of patients with mesiodens is needed. Though the etiology of this dental anomaly remains unclear, genetics as a key factor in the development of supernumerary teeth is highlighted.engChildFemaleHumansIncisor --abnormalitiesMaleMolar --abnormalitiesTooth, Supernumerary --geneticsCase Reports