Supernumerary maxillary teeth are more common than supernumerary mandibular teeth because metabolic intrinsic factors within the palate produce more hyperdontia.

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Hyperdontia,an anomaly resulting in formation of too many teeth (called supernumerary teeth),occurs more commonly in the midline and molar regions of the maxillae.Maxillary supernumerary teeth outnumber mandibular nine to one.Extra teeth are less commonly formed in the premolar region of the mandible.Other sites are rarely involved.The reason provided is entirely false.

Supernumerary Maxillary Teeth Are More Common Than Supernumerary Mandibular Teeth