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Healing of root resorption: a case report
Sham S Bhat1, S S Sharan, Imneet Madan
1Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Yenepoya Dental College, Kodialbail, Mangalore-575003, Karnataka, India.
The Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|May 13, 2003
Summary
External root resorption, a consequence of tooth injury, can be treated effectively. This case report shows Vitapex successfully healed inflammatory external root resorption in a maxillary central incisor over 13 months.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Endodontics
- Oral surgery
Background:
- External root resorption (ERR) is a sequela of necrotic periodontal membrane following dental trauma.
- Severe injuries like intrusion, luxation, or avulsion with extra-oral time increase ERR risk.
Observation:
- This case report details a 13-month clinical and radiographic follow-up of inflammatory external root resorption.
- The affected tooth was a maxillary central incisor.
Findings:
- Treatment with Vitapex demonstrated gradual radiographic healing of the external root resorption.
- No tenderness or pathological mobility was observed post-treatment.
Implications:
- Vitapex shows promise as an effective treatment for inflammatory external root resorption.
- This case highlights successful management of a common complication of severe dental trauma.