NS-9 "Cuspidization" and Conservative Management of Cuspal Fractures
CE Hours: 1.0
Description: Crown fractures, and cusp fractures in particular, are relatively common findings in clinical practice. Treatment depends on the nature of the fracture location, severity, depth and whether the pulp is exposed. The majority of crown fractures do not require extraction, but do require clinical management. One particular challenge is a deep subgingival fracture involving maxillary teeth. Cuspidization is a technique that provides a conservative and non-invasive approach to manage deep cuspal fractures in the maxillary arch. This technique also presents an important biologic phenomenon (periodontal reattachment) that makes this approach possible. The result is a non-invasive, predictable treatment that meets our patient’s esthetic demands and can be implemented in everyday clinical practice.
Learning Objectives:
- Diagnose different types of crown fractures.
- Describe how to conservatively manage cusp fractures.
- Recognize periodontal soft tissue re-attachment.
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Ryan M. Walsh, D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. Ryan M. Walsh attended the University of Iowa where he completed both his Biology and Dental (D.D.S.) degrees. Dr. Walsh relocated to Texas to continue his education at Texas A&M School of Dentistry (formerly Baylor College of Dentistry) where he received his specialty Certificate in Endodontics and Master of Science in Oral Biology (M.S.). Dr. Walsh is a board-certified endodontist and maintains a full-time private practice (limited to endodontics) in at Advanced Endodontics of Texas in Keller, Texas.
In addition to private practice, Dr. Walsh upholds a faculty appointment at Texas A&M School of Dentistry in Dallas, TX, where he teaches endodontic residents and dental students. Dr. Walsh is actively involved in translational and clinical research having published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles in these fields. His research interests focus on bioceramic materials, resorption processes and treatment, and tooth cracks/fractures. Dr. Walsh would like to thank the AAE for their continued support of endodontic education.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose