Effective endodontically treated incisors with external root resorption during orthodontic movement: A case report

Abstract

Abstract This case report describes a 21‐year‐old orthodontic patient experienced the external apical root resorption of maxillary central incisors with pulpitis during the orthodontic movement. The active cooperation of orthodontists and endodontists demonstrated the satisfactory treatment outcome and prevented further apical root resorption. The etiology of external apical root resorption is comprehensive, orthodontists should be armed with an adequate training and scientific knowledge, and keep the treatment mechanism simple and precise to guard against it. Besides, we should know the right timing of endodontic treatment and applying orthodontic force when external apical root resorption occurs.

Keywords

• external apical root resorption
• orthodontic force
• orthodontic movement
• ratio of root and crown length
• root canal treatment