Avulsed maxillary central incisors: the case for autotransplantation. Counterpoint.

A Traumatic dental injuries most often occur in childhood and early adolescence. The most serious of these injuries is complete tooth avulsion. The incidence of avulsion is greatest for the maxillary central incisors and usually occurs when they are erupting between the ages of 7 and 10 years. A critical decision for the dentist at this time is whether to replant the avulsed tooth. There are many biologic considerations with varying outcomes. At the time of the injury, it is often a difficult conversation to have with the parents. Also, since these types of injuries