Question 181 · LDEK · Trauma to permanent teeth

In a boy aged 12, tooth 11 was replanted 2 hours from the avulsion. The tooth was transported in plastic foil. Which is the most favorable result that can be anticipated?

  1. A. vital periodontal membrane.
  2. B. ankylosis.
  3. C. root resorption.
  4. D. pulp revascularization.
  5. E. A and D are true.
Hint

Think about PDL cell survival after a long extraoral period and what can realistically heal in a tooth with a closed apex.

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