Conservative management of lateral luxation in a 4-year-old: A pediatric case report with literature review

• Author Details:   
• Sharbari Dutta ^*
• Brahmananda Dutta
• Anandamoy Bagchi
• Abinash Mohapatra

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Lateral luxation is a common dental trauma in young children, often requiring immediate intervention to prevent complications. This case has been reported in line with the CARE guidelines. This case report describes the management of a 4-year-old female who reported to the department with an injury to the primary dentition with gingival bleeding due to a fall. On examination, lateral luxation of primary central incisors and right lateral incisor teeth were observed. Treatment involved repositioning, stabilization with splinting, and follow-up to ensure proper healing and long-term prognosis was conducted. Early intervention is essential in cases of lateral luxation to preserve vitality of teeth and ensure the proper development of permanent successors.