Cristina Coralia Nistor¹, Cătălina Murariu Măgureanu², Ana Maria Cristina Țâncu²*, Luiza Maria Nicolcea³ and Bogdan Dimitriu¹

¹Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
²Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
³PhD Student, Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania

*Corresponding Author: Ana Maria Cristina Țâncu, Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania.

Received: February 15, 2024; Published: February 27, 2024

Abstract

Vertical root fracture represents an endodontic pathology with a poor prognosis and with potential negative consequences on the structures around the involved tooth. Clinical and radiological signs and symptoms may not be present in the early stages and later they can mimic other endodontic or periodontal pathologies. The diagnosis of this complication is even more difficult in teeth with endodontic treatment. It is paramount to identify this condition early to prevent bone loss and compromising the subsequent prosthetic treatment.

Keywords: Root Fractures; Diagnosis; Endodontic Treatment

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Citation

Citation: Ana Maria Cristina Țâncu., et al. “Diagnosis of Vertical Root Fractures in Endodontically Treated Teeth”.Acta Scientific Medical Sciences 8.3 (2024): 120-123.

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