Subattachment inflammatory root resorption: treatment strategies.

Abstract

Attempts have been made to classify root resorption according to its etiology in order to develop more efficient strategies for its treatment. This condition has been identified as resulting from damage to the protective attachment layer (predentin or precementum) of the root combined with inflammation adjacent to the root surface. This article demonstrates a series of treatment strategies focused on the reversal of each manifestation of subattachment root resorption, specifically emphasizing defects that extend apically and localized defects.