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Visitor asks:
Dear Sir/Madam,
I have a question about a tooth (upper left second premolar). The tooth was treated years ago; later a "post" was made and an artificial tooth was placed on it. Now the X-ray has shown a fractured root above the post.
I would like to know whether such a tooth can still be treated in any way or whether extraction is the only option. I am particularly interested because I have no problems with it and no pain.
Thank you for your answer and kind regards!
Dentist Tomaž Rotar answers:
Dear Sir/Madam!
If the root is fractured in the apical (upper) third of the tooth root, removing that part (apicoectomy) could restore and preserve the tooth. If the ratio between the length of the remaining root (below the fracture) and the length of the dental crown is less than 2:1, the tooth is considered lost in the long term because of poor stability.
Have a nice day!
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