Effect of Topical Tetracycline and Dexamethasone on Periodontal and Pulpal Regeneration of Replanted Avulsed Permanent Teeth: A Long-term Follow-up After 9-16 Years
Effect of Topical Tetracycline and Dexamethasone on Periodontal and Pulpal Regeneration of Replanted Avulsed Permanent Teeth: A Long-term Follow-up After 9-16 Years
To evaluate the effect of topical tetracycline and dexamethasone on periodontal and pulpal regeneration of avulsed permanent teeth after an observation period between 9-16 years.
Two different medications were applied prior to replantation. A) Topical tetracycline, B) topical dexamethasone. Teeth were splinted using a non-rigid titanium trauma splint for 7-14 days. Endodontic treatment was performed within 1-7 days, except for teeth with an open apex and a short extraoral dry time. All patients received systemic tetracycline for 10 days after accident and were subsequently re-examined.
Follow-up examinations included periodontal examination, percussion, Periotest measurements, pulp sensitivity using CO2 snow, periapical radiograph and intraoral photographs. Additionally a OHIP-14 questionnaire was carried out to determine the oral health-related quality of life.
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