6

The aim of this case report was to present the treatment of a horizontal intra-alveolar root fracture using an alternative fixation technique with Hedström file. When the patient referred to our clinic, the first visit of endodontic therapy was already performed by a dentist in another clinic. Horizontal root fracture was found radiographically. Clinical examination revealed marked mobility without a periodontal pocket. The canal was obturated and the fragments were fixed internally through insertion of an endodontic instrument. Favorable result was obtained in a short time period. These results obtained from the study showed that using this technique may be advantageous