Paediatric Trauma II Flashcards
1
Q
how to manage an enamel fracture?
A
bond some composite and buildup or simply smooth the sharp edges. Take 2 periapicals to rule out root fracture or luxation
Follow up 6-8 weeks, 6months, 1 year
2
Q
how to manage an enamel-dentine fracture?
A
use liner if near pulp, take 2 periapicals to rule out root fracture or luxation. Definitive restoration.
6-8weeks, 6mo, 1yr follow up
5% risk of pulp necrosis @ 10 yrs
3
Q
how to manage enamel-dentine pulp fracture?
A
evaluate how long since injury. size of pulp exposure THEN:
3 choices:
1) pulp cap
2) partial pulpotomy (Cvek Pulpotomy)
3) full coronal pulpotomy
