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Causes, forms, and treatment for luxation injuries
Luxation injuries are trauma-related displacements of a tooth from its natural position. Affecting both primary and permanent teeth, these injuries can cause minor loosening to severe displacement. Immediate dental treatment can prevent long-term problems.
Factors causing luxation injuries
Sports injuries: Teeth can be displaced in contact sports or from accidents.
Sudden trauma from falls or accidents can cause luxation—a condition of the face.
Excessive force used while chewing tough foods may cause tooth displacement.
Different Kinds of Luxation Damage
1. Concussion: Though not movable or displaced, the tooth is sensitive.
2. Subluxation: Though loose, the tooth stays in its natural place.
3. Extrusive Luxation: Partial tooth movement out of its socket.
4. Lateral Luxation: The tooth moves either forward or backward, influencing nearby teeth.
5. Intrusive Luxation: This condition typically requires surgical intervention where the tooth pushes into the jawbone.
Treatment Choices
Splints help stabilise misplaced teeth.
Repositioning the tooth either surgically or manually brings it to its proper alignment.
Should the pulp be injured, root canal therapy is advised.
Early intervention lowers complications and increases tooth survival chances. For efficient management of luxation injuries, get the right dental treatment.