New treatment protocols for avulsed teeth

Traumatized teeth present a clinical challenge with regard to their diagnosis, treatment plan and prognosis. The injuries to the permanent dentition include crown and root fractures, subluxations, luxations and tooth avulsion. Common complications are pulp necrosis, periapical pathosis and root resorption. This article will describe new clinical modalities for the treatment of avulsed teeth and discuss the rational for their use.