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Dens invaginatus. Part 2: clinical, radiographic features and management options
Author(s) -
Bishop K.,
Alani A.
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
international endodontic journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.988
H-Index - 119
eISSN - 1365-2591
pISSN - 0143-2885
DOI - 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2008.01469.x
Subject(s) - dens invaginatus , invagination , radiography , medicine , dentistry , orthodontics , medical physics , radiology , surgery
Aim To describe the possible clinical and radiographic features of this developmental anomaly, review previous treatment recommendations and suggest management options based on the classification of the problem. Summary This paper describes the clinical and radiographic features related to the different types of dens invaginatus and highlights those features which may indicate the presence of a previously undetected invagination. Aids to clinical diagnosis are described together with a description of the possible radiographic features, which may suggest the presence of an invagination. Previous treatment suggestions are described and suggestions as to possible management options, based on current endodontic knowledge and the classification of the problems are described. Key learning points • Thorough clinical and radiographic examination is required to diagnose and successfully treat minor to severe invaginations. • Modern clinical techniques may facilitate the management of invaginations once considered untreatable.