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Traumatic injuries in the primary dentition.

Marie Therese Flores1

  • 1Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Valparaiso, Valparaiso, Chile. mariateresa.flores@uv.cl

Dental Traumatology : Official Publication of International Association for Dental Traumatology
|March 27, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Most traumatic dental injuries in primary teeth heal on their own. Conservative treatment for acute dental trauma in preschoolers is recommended, focusing on pain management and hygiene to save damaged teeth.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Dental Trauma Management
  • Evidence-Based Dentistry

Background:

  • The 2001 guidelines for traumatic dental injuries in primary teeth require updating.
  • Epidemiology and treatment protocols for primary dentition trauma need current evidence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To update the state of the art on the epidemiology and treatment of traumatic dental injuries in primary teeth.
  • To provide evidence-based recommendations for managing dental trauma in young children.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted a literature review using an evidence-based approach.
  • Performed an online search in Medline and reviewed expert literature.

Main Results:

  • Most luxation injuries in primary teeth demonstrate spontaneous healing.

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  • Conservative treatment is suggested for acute dental trauma in preschool children pending further evidence.

    • Conclusions:

    • Conservative management, including pain control and oral hygiene instruction, can help preserve primary teeth after injury.
    • Addressing child anxiety is crucial for successful dental trauma management in primary dentition.