Question 130 · LDEK · Trauma to permanent teeth

In the case of the intrusion of a permanent tooth with closed apex to the depth of about 5 mm, the treatment of choice does not include:

  1. A. waiting for spontaneous re-eruption.
  2. B. orthodontic repositioning.
  3. C. root canal treatment during the first 2-3 weeks after trauma.
  4. D. surgical repositioning.
  5. E. splinting for a period of 4-8 weeks.
Hint

Recall IADT guidance for mature intruded teeth: up to what intrusion depth is waiting still acceptable?

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