The Treatment of Avulsion with Root Resorption: A Case Report

Abstract

The Treatment of Avulsion with Root Resorption:  A Case Report

Wantana      Leelasanguan            DDS, Postgraduation Eiploma in Endodontic Dintistry

Dental Section, Taksin Hospital.

Avulsion is the totally displacement of tooth from its socket. It usually occurs after severe traumatic injury.  Avulsed tooth can survive following replantation but post traumatic root resorption can progressively occur, resulting in permanent loss of the traumatized tooth. On this case, a 15-year-old male presented with avulsion of the upper right central incisor with external inflammatory root resorption. Root canal treatment by changing calcium hydroxide every three months was success.  Two years later, the external inflammatory root resorption disappeared.  An intact lamina dura was traced. So, the canal was filled with gutta percha and the occlusal surface was filled with composite resin. Now, he is asymptomatic and can use this tooth normally.

Key word: avulsion, external inflammatory root resorption

Vajira Med J 2006 ; 50 : 123 - 127