Replacement resorption is a common complicating factor in teeth that have been avulsed or intruded. Poor short- and long-term management of dental injuries in children can have a significant impact on a child's dental function, aesthetics and ultimately their quality of life. This article aims to provide clarity on the physiological process of replacement resorption, the clinical presentation and an overview of interceptive treatment that is available.
Keywords: Trauma; decoronation; paediatric; replacement resorption.