Tooth Fracture Classification Flashcards

Tooth Fracture Classification

• Enamel Infraction (T/FX/EI): Characterized by an incomplete crack in the enamel without loss of tooth substance; indicates a minor damage that usually requires observation.

• Enamel Fracture (T/FX/EF): Involves loss of crown substance but is confined solely to the enamel layer; often requires restoration to prevent further damage.

• Uncomplicated Crown Fracture (T/FX/UCF): Defined as a fracture affecting the crown of the tooth without exposing the pulp; typically managed with conservative treatment.

• Complicated Crown Fracture (T/FX/CCF): A more serious condition where the fracture of the crown leads to pulp exposure; necessitates endodontic treatment or extraction depending on the extent of damage.

• Uncomplicated Crown-Root Fracture (T/FX/UCRF): Involves both the crown and the root without exposing the pulp; treatment is often restorative and focuses on preserving tooth vitality.

• Complicated Crown-Root Fracture (T/FX/CCRF): A complex fracture that includes both crown and root with pulp exposure; requires urgent dental intervention to manage pulpal health.

• Root Fracture (T/FX/RF): Involves a fracture that affects only the root of the tooth; management strategies may include splinting or endodontic therapy depending on the fracture line.

• Retained Root or Reserve Crown (RTR): Refers to the presence of a remnant of the root or a reserve crown; may influence future treatment planning and restorative options.

• Retained Crown-Root or Clinical Crown-Reserve Crown (RCR): Describes situations where remnants are present in various tooth types (brachyodont, aradicular hypsodont, radicular hypsodont); important for understanding potential regeneration or restoration needs.