From: Analysis of split tooth as an unstudied reason for tooth extraction
Reasons | Frequency (n) | Percent (%) |
---|---|---|
Dental caries & sequelae | 517 | 68 |
Recurrent pericoronitis in impacted 3rd molars | 64 | 8 |
Retained teeth | 59 | 8 |
Split teeth | 39 | 5 |
Fractured cusps | 33 | 4 |
Periodontal disease | 29 | 4 |
Supernumerary teeth | 14 | 2 |
Trauma | 7 | 1 |
Total | 762 | 100 |