A 12 year old male patient complains of pain in upper front teeth region and gives a history of fall while playing 30 minutes ago. Intra oral examination reveals intrusion of maxillary right central incisor by 2 mm. What is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?

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A 12 year old male patient complains of pain in  upper front teeth region and gives a history of fall while playing 30 minutes ago. Intra oral examination reveals intrusion of maxillary right central incisor by 2 mm. What is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?

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Observe and allow the tooth to erupt without intervention.

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Repositioned surgically and stabilized for 4 to 8 weeks by means of a flexible splint with endodontic intervention.

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If no movement is evident after 2 to 4 weeks, the tooth may be repositioned either orthodontically  or  surgically with endodontic intervention.

A 12 year old male patient complains of pain in upper front teeth region and gives a history of fall while playing 30 minutes ago. Intra oral examination reveals intrusion of maxillary right central incisor by 2 mm. What is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?

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