Conventional Treatment of Maxillary Incisor Type III Dens Invaginatus
Author Information
Author(s): Álvaro Henrique Borges, Semenoff Segundo Alex, Nadalin Michele Regina, Pedro Fábio Luís Miranda, da Cruz Filho Antônio Miranda, Sousa-Neto Manoel Damião
Primary Institution: University of Cuiabá
Hypothesis
Conventional endodontic treatment is a viable option for treating type III dens invaginatus.
Conclusion
The study demonstrated that conventional endodontic treatment is effective for type III dens invaginatus over a five-year follow-up period.
Supporting Evidence
- Type III dens invaginatus can lead to pulp necrosis and periapical lesions.
- Conventional endodontic treatment was successful in this case over a five-year follow-up.
- The study highlights the complexity of treating type III dens invaginatus.
Takeaway
This study shows that a common dental problem called dens invaginatus can be treated successfully with regular dental procedures.
Methodology
The case involved a 12-year-old male with type III dens invaginatus treated with conventional endodontic techniques and followed up for five years.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
12-year-old male with melanoderma.
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