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Apexification of an Infected Untreated Immature Tooth

Michael W. Whittle

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A case of a traumatized permanent young tooth in which apexification occurred without the benefit of endodontic treatment is reported. It illustrates how a immature incisor that underwent pulp necrosis and periapical inflammation could progress to complete apical formation.

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A case of a traumatized permanent young tooth in which apexification occurred without the benefit of endodontic treatment is reported. It illustrates how a immature incisor that underwent pulp necrosis and periapical inflammation could progress to complete apical formation.

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A case of a traumatized permanent young tooth in which apexification occurred without the benefit of endodontic treatment is reported. It illustrates how a immature incisor that underwent pulp necrosis and periapical inflammation could progress to complete apical formation.

Key concepts: Apexification, Pulp necrosis, Pulp (tooth), Dentistry, Medicine, Permanent teeth, Permanent tooth, Orthodontics

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