From Fracture to Function: Implant Rehabilitation of an Endodontically Treated Anterior Tooth with Horizontal Root Fracture 4-Year Follow-Up: A Case Report

The involvement of the dentin, cementum, pulp and periodontal ligament characterises a root fracture. To encourage healing, the dentist may use different treatment techniques depending on the degree of the fracture line. The present case follows various methodological adjustments that enable a conservative approach to horizontal root fractures at multiple levels. This method offers a practical alternative to more costly and intrusive procedures, allowing the patients to retain their natural teeth for a longer duration. The patient came with a complaint of trauma 2 years back followed by discomfort and mobility in the upper front tooth region. Clinical evaluation showed grade I mobility and radiographic evaluation revealed a horizontal root fracture in the same region. Therefore, root canal treatment was carried out on the injured tooth to maintain the space for future aspects. After 4 years extraction was done followed by the placement of implant.