Phœnix abscess: treatment modalities in odonto-stomatology service (CCTOS) of Abidjan

SUMMARY A case and treatment in odontostomatology service (Abidjan) of phoenix abscess caused by necrotic pulp of maxillary central incisor is being presented. Nonsurgical endodontic therapy, complimented by antibiotic, is the treatment modalities of this case. For the treatment calcium hydroxide powder mixed with physiological serum was used. Usage of calcium hydroxide paste after pus was removed through standard endodontic access cavity was leaded to successful healing of phoenix abscess. Med Buccale Chir Buccale 2007; 13 : 161-165.