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Iatrogenic orthodontic dental trauma: a case report
Koray Gencay1, Elif Bahar Tuna, Duygu Yaman
1Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey.
Quintessence International (Berlin, Germany : 1985)
|April 26, 2013
Summary
Iatrogenic trauma from orthodontic treatment can cause oral tissue lesions. Management depends on severity, ranging from simple measures to periodontal surgery, highlighting the need for informed patient consent.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Periodontology
Background:
- Iatrogenic trauma is defined as adverse patient conditions arising from medical or dental treatment.
- Orthodontic interventions carry inherent risks of tissue damage and treatment failure.
- Understanding these risks is crucial for informed patient consent and treatment planning.
