Clinical Characteristics and Prognostic Factors of Cracked Teeth: A Retrospective Cohort Study - PubMed
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- Retrospective study of 561 patients with cracked teeth syndrome.
- Most affected age group: 40-49 years; maxillary first molars most common.
- Distal marginal ridge cracks most frequent and linked to higher failure rates.
- Two critical periods for progression to pulpitis: 0-1 month and 3-6 months.
- Full-coverage crowns outperform composite resin restorations in early-stage success.
- Full-coverage crowns and normal pulp status identified as independent protective factors.
- Longer occlusal discomfort duration significantly associated with pulpitis development.