Orthodontic Treatment of a Child with Short Root Anomaly : a Case Report

Abstract

Short root anomaly (SRA) is very rare, but can be problematic for physicians because patients with SRA are more vulnerable to root resorption with orthodontic forces. During the mixed dentition period, it may be difficult to diagnose generalized SRA. This article reports the treatment of an orthodontic patient with SRA at the early mixed dentition stage. Despite local tooth loss, a relatively favorable outcome was obtained without excessive root resorption. Ultimately, orthodontic therapy is possible for patients with generalized SRA, but precautions should be taken to avoid complications, such as tooth loss or root resorption. AbstractCorresponding author : Jiyoung Ra

Generalized Short Root Anomaly with Various Dental Anomalies : A Case Report with a 5 - Year Follow - up

“…Identification of a sella turcica bridge may propose possible appearance of dental anomalies. Since teeth and its surrounding tissues with SRA are clinically normal and asymptomatic, it is difficult to diagnose for teeth with short roots in the mixed dentition [7]. Therefore, the proper early diagnosis of SRA by clues from other anomalies is critical for successful clinical management and prevention of tooth loss.…”