An Insight into Internal Resorption. (12th May 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Thomas, Priya; Krishna Pillai, Rekha; Pushparajan Ramakrishnan, Bindhu; Palani, Jayanthi
• Other Names: Choi S.-C. Academic Editor.; Mount G. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: ISRN dentistry. Volume 2014(2014)
• Publication Date: 2014-05-12
• Subjects: Dentistry -- Periodicals; 617.6
• DOI: 10.1155/2014/759326
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-4371

Abstract

Abstract : Internal resorption, a rare phenomenon, has been a quandary from the standpoints of both its diagnosis and treatment. It is usually asymptomatic and discovered by chance on routine radiographic examinations or by a classic clinical sign, "pink spot" in the crown. This paper emphasizes the etiology and pathophysiologic mechanisms involved in internal root resorption. Prognosis is good for smaller lesions; however, for those with extensive resorption associated with perforation the tooth structure is greatly weakened and the prognosis remains poor.