Maxillary Tuberosity Fracture Associated with First Molar Extraction: A Case Report

ABSTRACT

Maxillary tuberosity fractures during molar teeth extraction can occur commonly in dental practice; however, very few cases are reported and discussed in the literature. This article presents a case of large fracture of maxillary tuberosity during extraction of first maxillary molar tooth and its conservative treatment outcomes. (Eur J Dent 2007;1:256-259)

Key words

Maxillary molar extraction - Dentoalveolar trauma - Maxillary tuberosity fracture - Conservative approach

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