Journal of Capital Medical University ›› 2014, Vol. 35 ›› Issue (3): 364-367.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1006-7795.2014.03.019

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Diagnosis of vertical root fracture in endodontically treated teeth

Fan Yaxian, Li Hua   

  1. Department of Periodontology, Beijing Stomatological Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100050, China
  • Received:2013-12-04 Published:2014-06-14

Abstract:

Objective To discuss the characteristics and diagnosis of vertical root fracture(VRF) in endodontically treated teeth. Methods Fourteen patients were diagnosed definitely by radiological examinations, flap elevations and being extracted, and retrospectively analysed the history, signs and the results of X-ray or cone beam computed tomography(CBCT) examinations. Results There were 6 molars, 4 premolars and 4 front teeth, respectively. All the 14 teeth had crown and 10 of them had posts. Conclusion The diagnosis of vertical root fracture in endodontically treated teeth is difficult. We should make diagnosis synthetically according to the history and clinical traits of patients.

Key words: endodontically treated teeth, vertical root fracture, diagnosis, cone beam computed tomography(CBCT)

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