[Outcomes of traumatic dental injuries in children]

The aim of the study was to review literature data on incidence and outcomes of traumatic dental injuries (TDI) in pediatric population. A systematic search was conducted using Elibray, Pubmed/Medline, Scopus databases in October 2018. Reference lists were also hand-searched to identify additional literature. The most prevalent complication of TDI is pulp necrosis (PN) which triggers inflammatory root resorption (IRR). PN and IRR are however much more specific for mature permanent teeth. In immature teeth pulp revascularization may occur even after avulsion. Pulpectomy timing is well defined for mature teeth only. It is accepted that pulp extirpation should be performed in the first 10 days after trauma. In immature teeth no criteria exist with pulp electrosensitivity having very low negative prognostic value as drop of pulp sensitivity because of trauma not necessary indicate PN. Follow-up protocol for immature teeth with various TDI would be useful for proper timing of pulpectomy and prevention of IRR.