Abstract
Dens invaginatus (DI) is a dental anomaly exhibiting complex anatomical forms. Because of this anatomical complexity, immature DI teeth with necrotic pulp are difficult to treat via apexification. We used revascularization as an alternative treatment for a patient with DI. An 11-year-old boy visited our clinic with chief complaints of gingival swelling and pain in the left maxillary canine. Clinical and radiographic findings were consistent with a diagnosis of type III DI. Revascularization therapy was performed, and a 24-month follow-up examination confirmed healing of the periapical radiolucency and physiological root formation.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 295-298 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of oral science |
Volume | 58 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jun 2016 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2016, Nihon University, School of Dentistry. All rights reserved.
Keywords
- Antibiotics
- Dens invaginatus
- Regenerative endodontic treatment
- Revascularization