Cracks and fractures are difficult to identify especially in the initial stages. Identification of craze lines and cracks is part of a thorough intraoral examination. Epidemiological data reveals that the third most common cause of tooth loss is cracks or fractures in teeth. Patients usually present with a wide variety of signs and symptoms such as pain or discomfort on chewing or biting, thus making the diagnosis complicated. There is very limited clinical evidence available in the dental literature to substantiate the use of any definitive restorative techniques. Hence the extent of the...
Cracks and fractures are difficult to identify especially in the initial stages. Identification of craze lines and cracks is part of a thorough intrao...