Pediatric Dentistry · single question
After replanting an avulsed tooth, what is the recommended flexible splinting time?
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Correct answer: A. About 2 weeks
- A. Correct. Current IADT guidelines recommend a flexible (non-rigid) splint for about 2 weeks after avulsion replantation.
- B. 6 weeks of rigid splinting promotes ankylosis/replacement resorption and is not recommended.
- C. 6 months is far too long.
- D. 24 hours is too short for periodontal reattachment.
Note: The source said '1 week'; current IADT guidance is ~2 weeks of flexible splinting for avulsion (rigid only if associated alveolar fracture).
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