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KMID : 0362720160540070492
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Journal of the Korean Dental Association
2016 Volume.54 No. 7 p.492 ~ p.500
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Reattachment procedure for treatment of fractured maxillary anterior teeth : two case reports.
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Choi Yoorina
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Abstract
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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 wearresistance.
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.
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KEYWORD
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Complicated crown fracture, Uncomplicated crown fracture, Maxillary anterior teeth, Crown fragment reattachment
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