Avulsed Primary Tooth — NDEB AFK MCQ

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A 3-year-old child falls and avulses a maxillary primary central incisor. What is the most appropriate management?

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Correct answer: C — Do not reimplant; monitor for eruption of the permanent successor

Avulsed primary teeth should NOT be reimplanted because reimplantation risks damage to the developing permanent tooth germ (which lies in close proximity palatally). The risk includes disruption of enamel formation (Turner tooth), dilaceration of the permanent successor, or deviation of the eruption path. Management involves haemostasis, radiograph to rule out alveolar fracture, and monitoring for space loss and permanent tooth eruption.

Reference: IADT – Guidelines for Management of Traumatic Dental Injuries to Primary Teeth, 2020