Abstract
Introduction
A major complication after endodontic treatment is persistent pain on biting or chewing.
Although unsuccessful endodontic treatment can account for such pain, pain to chewing
and biting can also be a result of an unsupported or propagated crown fracture. Crown
fractures that extend apically result in deterioration of the localized periodontium
and ultimate loss of the tooth. To date, no predictable treatment for apically extending
crown fractures exists.
Methods
Three cases of nonsurgical excision of a propagated crown fracture and the repair
of the subsequent iatrogenic perforation are presented.
Results/Conclusions
This case report series describes a novel treatment for apically progressive crown
fractures that results in patient comfort and maintenance as well as improved periodontal
status of the tooth.
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Publication history
Published online: August 14, 2014
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