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Pre-eruptive intracoronal resorption is a rare dental anomaly marked by a radiolucent area within an unerupted tooth. This report discusses the clinical management of pre-eruptive intracoronal resorption in two mandibular premolars through vital pulp therapy using Biodentine as a sealant. Emphasising the significance of timely intervention for preserving pulp vitality and the tooth's integrity, the present case report underscores the necessity of vigilant clinical and radiographic monitoring for early detection and appropriate treatment. By presenting effective strategies for managing pre-eruptive intracoronal resorption, the report contributes to the understanding of this condition and highlights the importance of proactive measures in preserving affected teeth and ensuring favourable long-term outcomes.
ABSTRACT
RESUMEN La resorción intracoronal preeruptiva (RIPE) se presenta como un defecto ubicado en la dentina coronal próxima a la unión amelodentinaria en la corona de un germen dentario. Este defecto de profundidad y ubicación anteroposterior variables solo puede ser diagnosticado mediante radiografías extraorales, intraorales y tomografías dentales. La etiología no ha sido determinada, pero los estudios de histopatología sugieren que este defecto sería una secuela de resorción dentaria. En el presente manuscrito, se presentan radiografías panorámicas y tomografías de haz cónico (THC) de cuatro pacientes con dicha afección, en las que encontramos los defectos dentinarios y discontinuidades en el esmalte adyacente, por lo que se discutirá la utilidad de la THC en el diagnóstico y la planificación de tratamiento de los casos con RIPE.
ABSTRACT Preeruptive Intracoronal Resorption (PIR) manifests as a defect located in the dentin of a dental germ, adjacent to the amelodentinal junction in the crown. This defect, which varies in depth and anteroposterior location, can only be diagnosed through extraoral and intraoral x-rays, as well as dental tomography. The etiology of PIR remains undetermined, although histopathological studies suggest it could be a consequence of dental resorption. In this paper, panoramic x-rays and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of four patients with PIR are presented. The dental defects and enamel discontinuities adjacent to them are identified, highlighting the usefulness of CBCT in diagnosing and planning treatment for PIR cases.
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Radiolucent or hypodense lesions in the crown of unerupted teeth may be due to pre-eruptive intracoronal resorption. Clinicians must be aware of this risk so that they can diagnose and appropriately treat this condition. The purpose of this study is to present a well-documented clinical case of pre-eruptive intracoronal resorption in an impacted third upper left molar of a 63 year old female patient. This was an unexpected finding, which occurred after cone-beam computed tomography was used to investigate the first upper left molar, which had an acute periradicular abscess. A multidisciplinary team followed up the case to describe clinical, radiographic and histological findings. The available treatment options were discussed, and the tooth extraction was the option chosen. Previous case studies describing such resorption in third upper molars have not been reported. This case shows that all permanent teeth in a pre-eruptive stage must be analysed radiographically to detect early pre-eruptive intracoronal resorption.