Progressive generalized idiopathic apical root resorption in an adolescent: a case report

From Volume 3, Issue 3, July 2010 | Pages 86-88

Authors

Mariyah Nazir

BDS(Hons), MFDS RCS(Eng), MPhil, MOrth RCS(Ed)

FTTA in Orthodontics, Orthodontic Department, University Dental Hospital of Manchester, Manchester, M15 6FH and University Hospital of South Manchester, Wythenshawe, M23 9LT, UK

Articles by Mariyah Nazir

Abstract

This case report demonstrates the five-year progression of generalized idiopathic root resorption, found incidentally in an adolescent male presenting for orthodontic treatment. Management of the case is described and the potential sequelae of the condition are discussed.

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