McDonnell ST, Liversidge H, Kinirons M

2004

November

International journal of paediatric dentistry / the British Paedodontic Society [and] the International Association of Dentistry for Children

Temporary arrest of root development in a premolar of a child with hypodontia and extensive caries.

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The arrested development of a permanent tooth as a sequela to a periradicular infection in a primary predecessor is a rare occurrence. A case is presented where temporary arrest of root development occurred in a premolar of a child with hypodontia and extensive caries. The aetiology, management and outcome are discussed.

10.1111/j.1365-263X.2004.00582.x