Free Coronal Pulp Stones: Therapeutic Approach

WidedGlii¹, Amira Kikly², Ameni Chadlia Belghuith¹, Foued Brigui¹, Neila Zokkar³ and Nabiha Douki³*
¹DDS, Department of Dentistry, University Hospital, Sahloul, Tunisia
²DDS, Associate Professor, Department of Dentistry, University Hospital, Sahloul, Tunisia
³DDS, Professor, Department of Dentistry, university hospital, Sahloul, Tunisia
*Corresponding Author: Nabiha Douki, DDS, Professor, Department of Dentistry, university hospital, Sahloul, Tunisia.

Published: November 07, 2023

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Abstract  

Pulpal calcifications, also known as pulpal calcific degeneration, are small masses of calcified tissue that obliterate part or almost all of the endodontic network. The presence of these masses can further complicate endodontic treatment, necessitating adaptation of the therapeutic approach. These calcifications can take a variety of clinical forms, posing problems of diagnosis and management. The indication for endodontic treatment cannot be based solely on the presence of a pulp calculus, but on a diagnosis confirmed by a clinical and radiological examination showing the pulp condition of the tooth.

The aim of this article is to illustrate the difficulties and keys to successful endodontic treatment in the presence of pulp calcifications.

Keywords: dental radiography; endodontics; pulp stones

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