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Unusual external resorption of a maxillary lateral
1Division of Oral Diagnosis, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA 02111.
The Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|January 1, 1994
Summary
A rare condition of idiopathic external root resorption in a maxillary lateral incisor was misdiagnosed as cervical dental caries. This finding highlights a new potential cause of periodontal issues.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Periodontology
- Endodontics
Background:
- Gingival problems often present diagnostic challenges.
- Maxillary lateral incisors are susceptible to various dental defects.
Observation:
- An unusual case of idiopathic external root resorption apical to the cemento-enamel junction of a maxillary lateral incisor was observed.
- The condition presented clinically as a gingival (periodontal) issue.
Findings:
- The observed radicular defect was initially misinterpreted as cervical dental caries.
- This entity represents a previously unreported cause of periodontal problems.
Implications:
- This report introduces a new differential diagnosis for periodontal issues originating from maxillary lateral incisors.
- Accurate diagnosis of radicular defects is crucial for effective periodontal treatment.
