Apexification of a dens evaginated premolar with open apex
Abstract
This case report describes the treatment of a mandibular premolar with incomplete root formation accompanied by pulp necrosis and periapical pathosis caused by dens evaginatus, in which apexification was successfully achieved with calcium hydroxide.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Health Care Administration
Journal Section
Research Article
Publication Date
February 11, 2015
Submission Date
January 31, 2014
Acceptance Date
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Published in Issue
Year 1970 Volume: 18 Number: 1