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

How to Cite?: Dr Ajay Singh Rao, Dr Archana, Dr Supriya Patil, Dr Meetu Mathur, "Intraradicular Splinting of a Coronal Horizontal Root Fracture with Surgical Repositioning of the Fractured Crown in a Permanent Maxillary Lateral Incisor: A Case Report", Volume 6 Issue 11, November 2017, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1918-1921, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20178483, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20178483