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Department
Sciences & Mathematics
Format of Presentation
Oral Presentation
Research Category
Health Sciences
Description
Title: Natal And Neonatal Teeth In Mississippi Newborns
Submission Type: Semester Long Research/ Oral Presentation
Abstract: In recent years, we have seen a growth in Mississippi infants being born with or growing teeth at an earlier stage. This may be caused by several things, like gestational age, maternal age, or possibly the mother’s diet. We are now looking for common similarities between these infants to see what the possible cause may be. Although this may not seem detrimental, this is still very harmful for infants, causing diseases like Riga Fede Disease. This is a disease that is caused by mandibular incisors and creates ulcers at the bottom of the tongue. This is very painful and can create issues for mothers who are breastfeeding. METHODS: We will go through an Honest Broker and have them access patient charts in Epic. The Honest Broker will send the data and help us determine if there are similarities between the infants and their mother’s gestational age. RESULTS: Our research is still ongoing, and the information is held confidential at UMMC. We are hoping to better understand potential common factors of patients with natal and neonatal teeth in Mississippi, so we can educate future mothers on ways they can prevent this from occurring.
Recommended Citation
Sanders, Keona; McDowell, Anna; and McCrary, Dr. Sarah, "Natal And Neonatal Teeth In Mississippi Newborn" (2025). Undergraduate Research Conference. 1.
https://athenacommons.muw.edu/urc/2025/oral-presentations-ii/1
Natal And Neonatal Teeth In Mississippi Newborn
Title: Natal And Neonatal Teeth In Mississippi Newborns
Submission Type: Semester Long Research/ Oral Presentation
Abstract: In recent years, we have seen a growth in Mississippi infants being born with or growing teeth at an earlier stage. This may be caused by several things, like gestational age, maternal age, or possibly the mother’s diet. We are now looking for common similarities between these infants to see what the possible cause may be. Although this may not seem detrimental, this is still very harmful for infants, causing diseases like Riga Fede Disease. This is a disease that is caused by mandibular incisors and creates ulcers at the bottom of the tongue. This is very painful and can create issues for mothers who are breastfeeding. METHODS: We will go through an Honest Broker and have them access patient charts in Epic. The Honest Broker will send the data and help us determine if there are similarities between the infants and their mother’s gestational age. RESULTS: Our research is still ongoing, and the information is held confidential at UMMC. We are hoping to better understand potential common factors of patients with natal and neonatal teeth in Mississippi, so we can educate future mothers on ways they can prevent this from occurring.
https://athenacommons.muw.edu/urc/2025/oral-presentations-ii/1