In a mature tooth with intrusion less than 3 millimeters, the recommended treatment is

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In a mature tooth with intrusion less than 3 millimeters, the recommended treatment is

Mild intrusion of a mature tooth often re-erupts on its own, so observation is the preferred approach when displacement is under about 3 mm. Repositioning interventions—whether surgical or orthodontic—add trauma to the periodontal ligament and surrounding bone and increase the risk of complications like ankylosis or root resorption, without a guaranteed benefit in these small intrusions. Monitor with regular exams and radiographs to confirm spontaneous re-eruption, and intervene later only if the tooth does not re-erupt or if occlusion or esthetics become problematic.

Mild intrusion of a mature tooth often re-erupts on its own, so observation is the preferred approach when displacement is under about 3 mm. Repositioning interventions—whether surgical or orthodontic—add trauma to the periodontal ligament and surrounding bone and increase the risk of complications like ankylosis or root resorption, without a guaranteed benefit in these small intrusions. Monitor with regular exams and radiographs to confirm spontaneous re-eruption, and intervene later only if the tooth does not re-erupt or if occlusion or esthetics become problematic.

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