Guidelines for the management of traumatic dental injuries. I. Fractures and luxations of permanent teeth.

Resident’s Name: Joanne Lewis Date: 08/22/2008
Article title: Guidelines for the management of traumatic dental injuries. I. Fractures and luxations of permanent teeth. Author(s): Flores et al Journal: Dental Traumatology Volume (number): 23 Month, Year: 2007 Major topic: Management of fractures and luxation injuries to the permanent teeth. Minor topic(s): N/A Type of Article: Guidelines Main Purpose: To present guidelines developed by the International Association of Dental Traumatology. Overview of method of research: The guidelines were developed as a consensus statement after a review of the dental literature and group discussions. Findings: Guidelines are presented in a table format in the article. Key points/Summary: General recommendations for management include: - Clinical examination - Radiographic examination with several projections (PA, occlusal view, lateral view) - Sensibility testing - may yield false negative initially - Diet / hygiene instructions, including brushing with a soft brush and rinsing with chlorhexidine Assessment of article: The tables are a nice quick reference for managing fracture and luxation injuries of permanent teeth.