| Description |
An injury to the tooth supporting structures resulting in increased mobility, but without displacement of the tooth. Bleeding from the gingival sulcus confirms the diagnosis |
| Visual signs |
Not displaced. |
| Percussion test |
Tender to touch or tapping. |
| Mobility test |
Increased mobility. |
| Pulp sensibility test |
Sensibility testing may be negative initially indicating transient pulpal damage. Monitor pulpal response until a definitive pulpal diagnosis can be made.
There will be a positive sensibility test result in about half the cases. The test is important in assessing future risk of healing complications. A lack of response at the initial test indicates an increased risk of later pulp necrosis. |
| Radiographic findings |
Usually no radiographic abnormalities. |
| Radiographs recommended |
As a routine: Occlusal, periapical exposure and lateral view from the mesial or distal aspect of the tooth. |