title: Use of 2-octyl cyanoacrylate for the repair of a fractured molar tooth.
abstract: Odontalgia in association with an acutely fractured tooth is a frequent reason for emergency department presentation. We describe the case of a patient who presented with a painful fractured molar tooth and was treated with topical application of 2-octyl cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive, resulting in prompt relief of her discomfort and a good temporary functional and cosmetic outcome. This product may prove useful in treating similar dental emergencies when access to emergency dental care is unavailable.
authors.affiliation: Department of Emergency Medicine, Darnall Army Community Hospital, Fort Hood, TX 76544, USA.
authors.forename: Lisa M
authors.initials: LM
authors.lastname: Hile
authors.forename: Derek R
authors.initials: DR
authors.lastname: Linklater
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003487:Cyanoacrylates / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004635:Emergency Medicine / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008963:Molar / Q000293:injuries*; D014014:Tissue Adhesives / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D014082:Tooth Fractures / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D003487:Cyanoacrylates; D014014:Tissue Adhesives; C100832:octyl 2-cyanoacrylate