Pulp therapy in a maxillary fused primary central incisor - report of a case

This paper describes a case in which pulp therapy was provided in a fused maxillary primary central incisor in a 4‐year‐old patient with a history of fistula on the gingival mucosa. The tooth involved was larger than expected, suggesting fusion. The diagnosis of fusion was confirmed on radiographica...

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Veröffentlicht in:International journal of paediatric dentistry 2003-07, Vol.13 (4), p.274-278
Hauptverfasser: Santos, L. M., Forte, F. D. S., Rocha, M. J. C.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:This paper describes a case in which pulp therapy was provided in a fused maxillary primary central incisor in a 4‐year‐old patient with a history of fistula on the gingival mucosa. The tooth involved was larger than expected, suggesting fusion. The diagnosis of fusion was confirmed on radiographical examination. The clinical management of the case is described and the diagnosis and treatment discussed.
ISSN:0960-7439
1365-263X
DOI:10.1046/j.1365-263X.2003.00464.x