Multidisciplinary Management Of A Rare Case Of Iatrogenic Root Perforation With Gingival Defect In Esthetic Zone

A rare case of iatrogenic root perforation with corresponding gingival defect in esthetic zone was reported by 21 year old boy. Cervical root perforation of a maxillary left central incisor was associated with the defect in the attached gingiva with the history of incomplete root canal treatment. The tooth was retreated, perforation was sealed and gingival defect was corrected improving the esthetics of a patient. A multidisciplinary management to seal off the unusual iatrogenic root perforation by using resin ionomer cement successfully by a restorative dentist, negotiating & obturating a root canal skillfully by an endodontist, management of a gingival defect by periodontist was undertaken to achieve the promising results. Collaborative effort by these specialties significantly enhanced the aesthetics of a patient.