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| [[File:Tooth root fracture.jpg|200px|right|thumb|Root fracture]] | | [[File:Tooth root fracture.jpg|200px|right|thumb|Root fracture]] |
| [[File:Tooth root fracture 2.jpg|200px|right|thumb|Root fracture]] | | [[File:Tooth root fracture 2.jpg|200px|right|thumb|Root fracture]] |
− | [[Intra-Oral Radiography - Small Animal|Dental radiographs]] are made to assess traumatic injuries to the [[:Category:Teeth - Anatomy & Physiology|teeth]], [[Enamel Organ#Alveolar Bone|alveolar bone]], [[Skull and Facial Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology#Mandible (mandibula)|mandible]], [[Skull and Facial Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology#Maxilla|maxilla]], and temporomandibular junction (TMJ). Depending on the injuries, skull radiographs and computed tomography (CT) scans may be recommended for a complete evaluation of all injuries.<br><br> | + | [[Intra-Oral Radiography - Small Animal|Dental radiographs]] are made to assess traumatic injuries to the [[:Category:Teeth - Anatomy & Physiology|teeth]], [[Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology#Alveolar Bone|alveolar bone]], [[Skull and Facial Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology#Mandible (mandibula)|mandible]], [[Skull and Facial Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology#Maxilla|maxilla]], and temporomandibular junction (TMJ). Depending on the injuries, skull radiographs and computed tomography (CT) scans may be recommended for a complete evaluation of all injuries.<br><br> |
− | Traumatic injuries often lead to [[Enamel Organ#Root|root]] fractures, loss of the tooth [[Enamel Organ#Crown|crown]], and retention of the tooth root. Radiographs are made to identify persistent [[Enamel Organ#Root|roots]] and any associated pathology. A [[Enamel Organ#Crown|crown]] fracture that exposes the [[Enamel Organ#Pulp|pulp]] chamber will result in [[Endodontic Conditions - Small Animal|endodontic disease]]. When this occurs, the extent of pathology should be evaluated with a dental radiograph. Blunt trauma may result in damage to the pulp without fracturing the tooth. A dental radiograph should be made of any tooth that is discolored from pulp haemorrhage.<br><br> | + | Traumatic injuries often lead to [[Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology#Root|root]] fractures, loss of the tooth [[Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology#Crown|crown]], and retention of the tooth root. Radiographs are made to identify persistent [[Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology#Root|roots]] and any associated pathology. A [[Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology#Crown|crown]] fracture that exposes the [[Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology#Pulp|pulp]] chamber will result in [[Endodontic Conditions - Small Animal|endodontic disease]]. When this occurs, the extent of pathology should be evaluated with a dental radiograph. Blunt trauma may result in damage to the pulp without fracturing the tooth. A dental radiograph should be made of any tooth that is discolored from pulp haemorrhage.<br><br> |
| Root fractures with or without concurrent crown fractures occur secondary to trauma and affect the prognosis and treatment of the tooth.<br><br> | | Root fractures with or without concurrent crown fractures occur secondary to trauma and affect the prognosis and treatment of the tooth.<br><br> |
| [[Intra-Oral Radiography - Small Animal|Intra-oral radiographs]] of the mandible and maxilla are useful to determine the extent of jaw fractures and the involvement of tooth roots without superimposition of other structures. Intra-oral radiographs also allow proper treatment planning to avoid further damage to tooth structures during the repair of jaw fractures. | | [[Intra-Oral Radiography - Small Animal|Intra-oral radiographs]] of the mandible and maxilla are useful to determine the extent of jaw fractures and the involvement of tooth roots without superimposition of other structures. Intra-oral radiographs also allow proper treatment planning to avoid further damage to tooth structures during the repair of jaw fractures. |