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[Early cracked teeth: clinical analysis of 70 cases]
1Shanghai Pacific Dental Hospital, Shanghai 200080, China.
Objective:
To determine the clinical features and x-ray findings in early cracked teeth,in order to provide theoretical basis.
Methods:
86 cracked teeth in 70 cases were reviewed. Analysis of x-ray and articulation paper examination was combined. The teeth were repaired with composite resins.
Results:
The study showed that the incidence of cracked first maxillary molar was highest in patients aged form 40 to 50 years. X-ray demonstrated characteristic changes of the diseased periodontal tissues in 57% teeth. Contour deformities were found in 19% affected roots. The efficacy rate 1 year after treatment was 90.9%.
Conclusion:
The features of periodontal supporting tissues illustrating on x-ray films are considered to be useful to aid the diagnosis and treatment of early cracked teeth.
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