9 - Adult consequences of childhood trauma Flashcards
What are the predictors of outcomes of childhood dental trauma?
- severity of injury
- stage of root development
- timing of treatment
When is the root formation complete for the upper 1?
10 years
When is the root formation complete for the upper 2?
11 years
When is the root formation complete for the upper 3?
13-15 years
When is the root formation complete for the upper 4?
12-13 years
When is the root formation complete for the upper 5?
12-14 years
When is the root formation complete for the lower 1?
9-10 years
When is the root formation complete for the lower 2?
10 years
When is the root formation complete for the lower 3?
12-14 years
When is the root formation complete for the lower 4?
12-13 years
When is the root formation complete for the lower 5?
13-14 years
Describe healing of a permanent tooth (open apex) that has been traumatised.
- open apex experience regeneration
- maintain pupal vitality
- perseveration of blood supply
Describe healing of a permanent tooth (closed apex) that has been traumatised.
- aim to maintain blood supply (not possible in avulsion)
- prevent ingress of bacteria and toxins
What are the time frames when treatment planning trauma?
- acute (3 hours)
- subacute (3-24 hours)
- delayed (>24 hours)
What is the timeframe for treating an avulsion injury?
- immediate replantation
- acute or subacute
What is the timeframe for treating an alveolar fracture injury?
Acute
What is the timeframe for treating an extrusion injury?
Acute or subacute