Treatment options for permanent teeth with coronal one-third root fractures

Abstract

Background and Overview: Teeth with coronal one-third root fractures are considered to have a poor prognosis. Historically, such teeth were likely to be extracted. Observations have indicated that at least some teeth with such fractures can survive for a significant amount of time. Case Descriptions: The authors report on 2 cases of coronal one-third root fractures that have survived for 10 and 35 years and suggest that the long-term splinting of these teeth aided in their survival. Conclusion and Practical Implication: Stabilizing teeth with coronal one-third root fractures may allow such teeth to survive for long periods, which can be of great benefit, especially for young patients.