Endodontics (root canal treatment)
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Visitor asks:
Hello!
The root of a bridge abutment tooth on the lower right has fractured. I would like to know whether this tooth really has to be extracted. The dentist says the only possible solution is an implant. Please give me your opinion.
Thank you and kind regards, M.
Dentist Tomaž Rotar answers:
Dear Sir/Madam!
The choice of treatment depends on the location of the fracture:
-horizontal fractures in the middle third most often require extraction of the tooth
-horizontal fractures in the apical third are treated with apicoectomy
-horizontal fractures in the cervical region are treated with a post, crown and, if necessary, reshaping of the periodontal tissues in the area of the tooth neck
-vertical (longitudinal) fractures are most often fatal for the tooth.
Have a nice day!
The choice of treatment depends on the location of the fracture:
-horizontal fractures in the middle third most often require extraction of the tooth
-horizontal fractures in the apical third are treated with apicoectomy
-horizontal fractures in the cervical region are treated with a post, crown and, if necessary, reshaping of the periodontal tissues in the area of the tooth neck
-vertical (longitudinal) fractures are most often fatal for the tooth.
Have a nice day!
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