Dilacerated unerupted central incisor: A case report

J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent. 2006 Sep;24(3):152-4. doi: 10.4103/0970-4388.27897.

Abstract

Dilaceration of permanent successors is one of the most common complications of trauma to the deciduous teeth. It is advisable to keep these patients under observation post-trauma and to consult an orthodontist at an early stage to prevent unfavorable sequelae. Presented here is a typical case of dilaceration.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Incisor / abnormalities*
  • Maxilla
  • Tooth Abnormalities / etiology
  • Tooth Abnormalities / surgery
  • Tooth Extraction
  • Tooth Injuries / complications
  • Tooth Root / abnormalities
  • Tooth, Deciduous / injuries
  • Tooth, Unerupted / etiology
  • Tooth, Unerupted / surgery*