Introduction: The occurrence of cracked teeth is widely prevalent among the general population. Symptoms may entail temperature sensitivity and a distinctive sharp pain upon mastication. Prevention of crack propagation and flexure may be achieved with a conservative bonded restoration or full coverage crown. However, if pulpal and/or periapical disease is observed, non-surgical root canal treatment (NSRCT) is necessitated.
Methods: This observational study of both prospective and retrospective subjects aims to examine the five-year results of teeth diagnosed with cracks that were endodontically treated at the Naval Post Graduate Dental School (NPDS), with patients recalled annually for up to five years.
Results: This interim analysis of 151 human individuals (n=152 teeth) indicated that at one year 65% were healed (absence of clinical symptoms and radiographic lesion) and 80% were functioning (lack of clinical symptoms only).
Conclusion: Cracked teeth treated endodontically have been shown to have favorable outcomes, and predictable results can be anticipated.
