Year : 2022

Volume : Volume 13

Issue : Issue 5

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Kumari Neesu
nishachoudhary10012@gmail.com

Abstract

In developing countries, traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) are progressively increasing, making it a serious public health concern. The worldwide
prevalence has been found with a wide range of 4.1–58.6%. The level of trauma varies greatly depending on the severity, direction, and
resilience of the assaulted tissue and it can vary from simple enamel chipping to alveolar fracture. In children, the periodontal ligament is very
resilient, so luxation injuries are the most commonly seen in the primary dentition. A number of risk factors need assessment for TDI such as
incompetent lips, increased incisal overjet, preschool children, hyperactive children, excessive use of smartphones, not using mouthguards
while playing, and presence of physical and mental disabilities. The knowledge and skills of the dentist as well as the emergency aid provided
at the place of the injury are major determinants of outcomes. There is a need to educate children, parents including school teachers regarding
the prevention and emergency management of TDI. Furthermore, there is treatment negligence and indifference among the people toward
dental trauma and its consequences thereafter.
Keywords: Crown fracture, Fall, Traumatic dental injuries