Abstract
Various combinations of orthodontic force, luxation, and observation are applied to 12 teeth traumatically intruded in 3 large dogs. All showed root resorption to some degree. Early orthodontic repositioning, with luxation if immobile, produced the best recovery.
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Ankylosis / pathology
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Bicuspid / injuries*
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Bicuspid / pathology
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Dogs
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Prognosis
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Root Resorption / pathology
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Tooth Avulsion / pathology
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Tooth Avulsion / therapy*
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Tooth Diseases / pathology
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Tooth Mobility / pathology
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Tooth Movement Techniques