Root fracture
Root Fracture
A root fracture (pronounced: /ruːt ˈfræk.tʃər/) is a type of dental trauma that involves a break or crack in the root of a tooth. This condition can occur due to various reasons such as a direct blow to the mouth, biting on hard food or objects, or due to a sudden temperature change in the mouth.
Etymology
The term "root fracture" is derived from the Latin word "fractura" meaning "break" and the Old English word "rot" meaning "tooth".
Types of Root Fracture
There are three main types of root fractures:
- Oblique coronal fractures: These fractures occur in the crown and extend towards the root.
- Oblique root fractures: These fractures occur in the root of the tooth and extend towards the crown.
- Vertical root fractures: These fractures occur vertically from the root tip towards the crown.
Each type of root fracture requires a different treatment approach, which can be determined by a dentist or an endodontist.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Root fracture
- Wikipedia's article - Root fracture
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