Sheeza Basharatalmost 3 years ago

Intrusive luxation

Intrusive luxation is defined as the apical displacement of the tooth into the alveolar bone. It is considered to be one of the most serious types of dental trauma, causing severe affectation to the periodontal ligament, pulp tissue in the root and causing potential alveolar bone loss and growth restriction. In permanent teeth, it is an uncommon injury, representing 0.5–1.9% of all dental injuries. Here is a clinical and radiographic presentation of primary right maxillary central Incisor with intrusive luxation