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. 2013:2013:653261.
doi: 10.1155/2013/653261. Epub 2013 Oct 27.

Management of root fracture: a novel, noninvasive treatment approach

M S Rangareddy  1 , Archana Daga, Y Vishnu Vardhan, M Daneswari
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Management of root fracture: a novel, noninvasive treatment approach

M S Rangareddy et al. Case Rep Dent. 2013.

Abstract

Traumatic injuries to teeth account for approximately 25% of dental conditions where a patient seeks dentist for emergency treatment. Radicular fractures are one such entity which is very challenging to address due to various complications like periodontal communication, increased mobility, and continued pulpal infection leading to necrosis. Radicular fractures in the middle third have long been considered teeth of salvage due to their unfavourable fracture pattern. During the recent years introduction of biomimetic materials has opened the horizon for saving these teeth. In the present case report a novel approach to the management of radicular fractures in the middle third has been presented.

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Diagnostic photo.
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Diagnostic radiograph.
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Splinting.
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Working length 12.
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Master cone 12.
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Obturation 12.
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Post and core 12.
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Working length 11.
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Obturation 11.
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MTA placement.
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Direct and indirect composite restorations.
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Six-month recall.
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Diagnostic picture.
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Diagnostic radiograph.
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Splinting of teeth.
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Working length 12.
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Obturation 12.
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MTA placement.
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Splint removal and followup.
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