Dental avulsion

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Dental Avulsion

Dental avulsion (pronunciation: /dɛn.təl ævʌlʃən/) is a medical term referring to the complete displacement of a tooth from its socket in alveolar bone due to trauma.

Etymology

The term "avulsion" originates from the Latin word "avulsio", meaning "to tear off". In the context of dentistry, it refers to the tearing away of a tooth from its socket.

Related Terms

  • Alveolar Process: The thickened ridge of bone that contains the tooth sockets on bones that hold teeth.
  • Dental Trauma: Injuries to the teeth, gums, and nearby soft tissues.
  • Tooth Replantation: The reinsertion and splinting of a tooth that has been avulsed or displaced from its socket.
  • Endodontics: The dental specialty concerned with the study and treatment of the dental pulp.

Management

The management of dental avulsion involves immediate emergency treatment, which includes replantation of the avulsed tooth. If immediate replantation is not possible, the tooth should be stored in a suitable storage medium, such as milk or a tooth preservation solution, and the patient should seek immediate dental treatment.

Prognosis

The prognosis following dental avulsion depends on the promptness of treatment, the condition of the avulsed tooth, and the patient's overall oral health. With prompt and appropriate treatment, the prognosis is generally good.

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