title: Multiple idiopathic apical root resorption.
abstract: Idiopathic external root resorption is a rarely reported condition which has been observed in single or multiple teeth. This is a rare case of multiple idiopathic apical root resorption (MIARR) in a 16-year-old boy. External root resorption of the permanent teeth is a multifactorial process. Well-recognised causes of apical root resorption in permanent teeth include orthodontic therapy, trauma, periapical or periodontal inflammation, tumours, cysts, occlusal stresses, impacted teeth, systemic conditions, endocrine imbalances and dietary habits. When none of these causes are present, it is termed idiopathic root resorption which may be either cervical or apical. MIARR is a rare condition which is usually detected as an incidental radiographic finding. However, it may cause pain and mobility in severe cases.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral Medicine, Modern Dental College and Research Centre, Indore, India.
authors.forename: Manish
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Kanungo
authors.forename: Vishal
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Khandelwal
authors.forename: Ullal Anand
authors.initials: UA
authors.lastname: Nayak
authors.forename: Prathibha Anand
authors.initials: PA
authors.lastname: Nayak
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011862:Radiography, Panoramic; D012391:Root Resorption / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*