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J Korean Dent Assoc. 2016;54(7):492-500. Published online July 31, 2016.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22974/jkda.2016.54.7.001
- 치관부 파절편 재부착술식을 이용한 상악전치부 치관파절의 치료에 대한 2건의 증례보고
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최유리나
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원광대학교 치과대학병원 치과보존과
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- Reattachment procedure for treatment of fractured maxillary anterior teeth: two case reports
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Yoorina Choi
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Department of Conservative Dentistry, Wonkwang University Dental Hospital
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- Abstract
- Crown fractures are a common type of dental injuries and very frequently occurred on maxillary anterior teeth, area of requiring a rapid aesthetic recovery. Crown fragment reattachment is a simple and conservative method to restore the fractured teeth. The technique promotes esthetic outcomes as utilizing natural contour, shade, surface texture of teeth and gives mechanical similarity in terms of wear-resistance. Also it gives emotional positive responses to patients and requires less of chair time and costs. This case report presents two cases of crown fragment reattachments on maxillrary anterior teeth, including one complicated crown fracture and one uncomplicated crown fracture. If the fragment is available in cases of crown fractures, reattachment of fragment can be regarded as a predictable alternative. However, it is all the time important that a close conversation informing the patients about the limitations and prognoses of this treatment option.
Keywords :Complicated crown fracture;Uncomplicated crown fracture;Maxillary anterior teeth;Crown fragment reattachment;
