Management of a premolar tooth with Turner’s hypoplasia and internal resorption: A case report

Objectives: Hypoplasia is the result of disruption in the process of enamel matrix formation, which in turn causes defect in quality and thickness of enamel. The aim of this study was to present the treatment of a tooth with Turner’s hypoplasia and internal resorption.
Methods: Orthopanthography and periapical radiography were taken for radiographic examination. Radiographic examinations showed the left lower jaw permanent second premolar tooth with internal root resorption and periodontal lesion. Extraction of tooth was decided as a treatment coice and endodontic treatment was planed for the left lower jaw permanent first molar tooth.
Results: Pathologies in primary teeth can affect on the mineralization of permanent teeth. Therefore, treatments in the primary teeth should not postpone.
Conclusions: Detailed clinical and radiographic examination of teeth with Turner’s hipoplasia are important. Early examination and treatment of these teeth will keep the tooth in the mouth for a long time.