CROWN DILACERATION IN MANDIBULAR PERMANENT INCISOR - A CASE REPORT

  • Mohib Ullah Department of Operative dentistry, 28 Military Dental Centre Lahore
  • Nadeem Ahmed Rana Head Department of operative dentistry 28 Military Dental Centre Lahore
  • Amjad Naeem Dental Surgeon, Department of Orthoddontics 28 Military Dental Centre Lahore
  • Kanza Iqbal Registrar Departemtn of operative dentistry 28 Military Dental Centre Lahore
Keywords: crown dilacerations, dental trauma

Abstract

Crown dilaceration in permanent teeth is a rare malformation representing 3% of the total dento- alveolar injuries. It presents as a sharp bend or displacement of the crown from the long axis of the tooth with compromised esthetic and function. Treatment options may include endodontic, restorative, orthodontic, surgical or combination of these. This case report describes the management of crown dilaceration in mandibular incisor treated with nonsurgical endodontic treatment and direct composite restoration.

Published
2018-11-26
How to Cite
Ullah, M., Rana, N. A., Naeem, A., & Iqbal, K. (2018). CROWN DILACERATION IN MANDIBULAR PERMANENT INCISOR - A CASE REPORT. Pakistan Oral & Dental Journal, 38(3), 374-376. Retrieved from https://podj.com.pk/index.php/podj/article/view/292
Issue
Vol. 38 No. 3 (2018): July-September 2018
Section
Restorative Dentistry