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A patient has oral trauma. Which of the following will NOT be a consequence of this trauma?

  1. Hormonal problems
  2. Pulp necrosis
  3. Root resorption
  4. Tooth discoloration
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Correct answer: A. Hormonal problems

  • A. ✅ Correct. — this is NOT a consequence. Oral/dental trauma has no pathophysiologic mechanism causing systemic hormonal problems.
  • B. ❌ — CAN be a consequence. Pulp necrosis from vascular disruption is a common trauma sequela.
  • C. ❌ — CAN be a consequence. Root resorption (external or internal) is a recognized sequela of dental trauma.
  • D. ❌ — CAN be a consequence. Tooth discoloration from RBC breakdown products (hemosiderin) is classic.

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