Background: Dentoalveolar injuries, caused by external forces impacting the dental arch, frequently result in tooth luxation or alveolar fractures, presenting significant clinical challenges. Proper management is essential to ensure functional and aesthetic recovery.
Observation: This report highlights the case of a 38-year-old female patient, referred to the Oral Surgery department three weeks after a traumatic maxillofacial injury. Clinical and radiographic evaluations identified a mandibular alveolar fracture with extrusion of teeth 31, 32, 33, alongside luxation of teeth 21 and 22. Emergency management included repositioning the luxated maxillary teeth and applying a semi-rigid splint. The mandibular fracture was stabilized using an Erich arch bar. Despite the delay in treatment, the six-month follow-up revealed substantial bone healing and successful reintegration of the affected teeth, demonstrating a positive clinical outcome.
Conclusion: The successful resolution of complex dentoalveolar injuries underscores the importance of accurate diagnosis, meticulous examination, and adherence to established treatment protocols. Prompt and appropriate intervention, paired with regular follow-up, is vital for optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes in patients with such injuries.
Keywords: Tooth injury, Tooth luxation, Mandibular fracture, Treatment delay.
