Use of a resin-ionomer in the treatment of mechanical root perforation: report of a case

Quintessence Int. 1998 Feb;29(2):115-8.

Abstract

A perforated root represents a difficult challenge to the clinician, and treatment of such defects often involves surgical and/or advanced restorative techniques. This typically requires a series of lengthy, often stressful appointments, may compromise esthetics, and invariably involves additional costs to the patient. This case report describes the nonsurgical treatment of separate mechanical perforations that resulted from the removal of a failed prefabricated post. The tooth was restored in a minimum number of visits through the use of a novel application of a resin-ionomer material originally designed for routine restorative procedures.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Glass Ionomer Cements / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Iatrogenic Disease
  • Incisor / injuries
  • Male
  • Post and Core Technique / adverse effects*
  • Post and Core Technique / instrumentation
  • Resins, Synthetic / therapeutic use*
  • Retreatment
  • Root Canal Therapy / methods*
  • Tooth Injuries / therapy*
  • Tooth Root / injuries*

Substances

  • Geristore
  • Glass Ionomer Cements
  • Resins, Synthetic