SP-14 - Vertical Root Fractures in Endodontically Treated Teeth- Is it Still a Vexing Phenomenon?

Title of presentation:

Vertical root fractures in endodontically treated teeth- Is it still a vexing
phenomenon?

Presentation synopsis

Vertical root fractures in endodontically treated teeth were considered , a vexing –frustrating issue both for the operator and the patient alike. In recent years this complication of root canal treatment had showed both advances in VRF diagnosis and in saving from extraction in some of these teeth
VRF diagnosis has to be done accurately and n timely due to the destructive results in the supporting bone if not achieved in time. The use of CBCT as an additional diagnostic tool, enhances the possibility to achieve accurate VRF diagnosis, although some drawbacks in this imaging modality still exists
.Treatment options vary from root amputation in multirooted teeth to a more complex surgical management .

Learning Objectives

At conclusion, participants should be able to:

Describe the importance of achieving accurate and timely manner VRF diagnosis
List the recent advances in VRF diagnosis imaging modalities.
Discuss the various considerations to save a vertically fractured tooth.