Question 241 · LDEK · Maxillofacial trauma
The symptoms of lateral luxation of a tooth do not include:
- A. widening of the periodontal ligament space visible on the x-ray in occlusal projection.
- B. excessive mobility of the tooth.
- C. metallic, high pitch sound on percussion.
- D. negative vitality test.
- E. all the above are characteristic of this type of trauma.
Hint
Think about where the root apex ends up after lateral displacement and how that affects the tooth's ability to move.
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