Preserving Alveolar Bone Growth Following Cervical Root Fracture: a Case Report

KECELI T. I., Kutlu B., GÜNGÖR H. C.

JOURNAL OF THE CANADIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION, vol.79, 2013 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 79
  • Publication Date: 2013
  • Journal Name: JOURNAL OF THE CANADIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Hacettepe University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Root fracture injuries affect 0.5%-7% of permanent teeth. Although cervical root fractures are less frequent in children, their serious consequences and poor prognosis may lead to tooth loss. In this case presentation, we discuss a treatment approach chosen to preserve alveolar bone growth following a cervical root fracture in an 8-year-old boy.