Enamel-dentin-pulp fracture

IADT treatment guidelines for enamel-dentin-pulp fracture

Clinical findings

• Fracture involves enamel and dentin and the pulp is exposed.

Radiographic findings

• The stage of root development can be determined from one exposure.

Treatment

• If possible, preserve pulp vitality by partial pulpotomy. Calcium hydroxide is a suitable material for such procedures. A well condensed layer of pure calcium hydroxide paste can be applied over the pulp, covered with a lining such as reinforced glass ionomer. Restore the tooth with composite.
• The treatment is depending on the child’s maturity and ability to cope. Extraction is usually the alternative option.

Follow-up

• 1 week – Clinical examination.
• 6-8 weeks – Clinical and radiographic examination.
• 1 year – Clinical and radiographic examination.