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Case Studies | Dental Science | India | Volume 6 Issue 11, November 2017 | Rating: 6.6 / 10
Intraradicular Splinting of a Coronal Horizontal Root Fracture with Surgical Repositioning of the Fractured Crown in a Permanent Maxillary Lateral Incisor: A Case Report
Dr Ajay Singh Rao, Dr Archana, Dr Supriya Patil, Dr Meetu Mathur
Abstract: Background Root fractures in permanent teeth are uncommon injuries and represent complex healing patterns. Prognosis of fracture in the coronal third of a root is considered as poor. Case Description This case report presents the endodontic management of a coronal horizontally fractured Maxillary right lateral incisor by intraradicular splinting using a fiber post and dual cure resin cement by Repositioning of fractured crown fragment back to its original position. Conclusion natural tooth crown can be a good alternative to prosthetic crowns if placed in time because it maintains the natural aesthetic appearance.
Keywords: Intraradicular Splinting, Repositioning of fractured crown
Edition: Volume 6 Issue 11, November 2017,
Pages: 1918 - 1921