Rotation of fully erupted tooth or teeth

This diagnosis code signifies a rotational abnormality of one or more permanent teeth that have completely emerged through the gingiva. This condition involves a tooth being turned on its long axis, rather than being aligned correctly within the dental arch. It can affect a single tooth or multiple teeth, impacting occlusion and aesthetics.

Apply this code when documentation indicates a fully erupted tooth or teeth exhibiting a rotational malposition. This is typically identified during a dental examination, often noted in the patient's dental chart or clinical notes as "rotated tooth," "torsiversion," or "malrotated permanent tooth." Supporting documentation would include clinical observations, intraoral photographs, or radiographic findings confirming the rotational anomaly.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "fully erupted" to differentiate from unerupted or partially erupted teeth with rotational issues.
• Do not confuse with other malocclusion codes unless the rotation is explicitly stated as the primary issue.
• Consider sequencing this code with other malocclusion or dentofacial anomaly codes if multiple conditions are present, with the primary reason for the encounter listed first.