CLINICAL AND RADIOGRAPHIC EVALUATION OF DENTAL INTRUSION IN THE DECIDUAL DENTITION: CASE REPORT

Abstract

Introduction: Intrusion results in axial displacement of the tooth into the alveolar bone and may cause damage to the periodontal structure and pulp tissue by crushing and rupturing the periodontal ligament fibers and vascular input. Objective: To address the occurrence of intrusive dental trauma in the deciduous dentition, describing aspects related to the diagnosis, treatment and proservation of the dental unit. Case report: Patient, four years old, female, had dental trauma consistent with the diagnosis of intrusive dislocation, a conservative treatment was established, preserving the dental element in the arch until exfoliation occurred. In the present case, a good prognosis was obtained, since it was noticed the re-erection of the dental element in the period of two months. Conclusions: The knowledge of the techniques of manipulation of dento-alveolar and soft tissue trauma is essential for the adequate treatment of these conditions. In this way, it is important for the dental surgeon to have skills in the management of the child for a correct diagnosis, establishing an appropriate treatment, for a better prognosis of the dental unit.