Journal of the American Dental Association, Vol 121, Issue 4, 511-513
Copyright © 1990 by American Dental Association
Premolarization of a fractured maxillary first molar: a multidisciplinary treatment
DJ De Franco
Department of Orthodontics, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston.
The diagnosis and treatment of a fractured maxillary first molar are described in this case report of a 28-year-old male. Successful treatment of the retained palatal root of the fractured molar, referred to as premolarization, ensued from integration of endodontic, orthodontic, periodontic, and fixed prosthodontic care.