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Development of a Novel Internal Fixation Model for Rat Radial Fractures: Fracture Healing Assessment and Dorsal Root Ganglion Isolation
Published on: March 13, 2026
Horizontal root fracture followed for 6 years
1Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Kirikkale, Kirikkale, Turkey. isilsaroglu@yahoo.com
Summary
Intra-alveolar root fractures in permanent teeth can heal with calcified tissue, resulting in symptomless teeth. This 6-year follow-up shows successful healing of horizontally root-fractured teeth with complete pulp canal obliteration.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Dental Traumatology
Background:
- Intra-alveolar root fractures are rare dental injuries.
- Standard treatment involves repositioning and fixation of horizontally fractured permanent teeth.
Observation:
- This paper details a 6-year follow-up of two cases with horizontal root fractures.
- Both fractured teeth healed successfully with calcified tissue formation.
Findings:
- The healed teeth were clinically and radiographically asymptomatic.
- Complete pulp canal obliteration was observed in both cases.
Implications:
- Successful healing of horizontal root fractures with calcified tissue is possible.
- This outcome suggests a favorable long-term prognosis for such injuries.
- Further research into regenerative healing mechanisms for dental trauma is warranted.
