Definition and Types of Root Resection
- Root resection is a periradicular surgery that involves removing an entire root of a multiroot tooth.
- It contrasts with apicoectomy and hemisection procedures.
- Apicoectomy involves removing only the tip of the root.
- Hemisection involves separating and optionally removing a root and its overlying portion of the crown.
Procedure of Root Resection
- Local anesthesia is injected to numb the area before the procedure.
- An incision is made in the gum tissues around the affected root.
- The incision allows the specialist to access the infected peri-apical tissues.
- Infected tissues are removed, and a small filing is inserted at the end of the root canal to prevent infection.
- Sutures are placed to close the gum tissues and incision.
Healing and Recovery
- The bone will return to its normal function after complete healing, which usually takes about a week.
- Patients are given specific post-operative care instructions.
- Oral hygiene maintenance is important for proper healing.
- Taking prescribed medications as directed helps prevent complications.
- Follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor healing and assess treatment success.
Importance of Root Resection
- Root resection is an important procedure for preserving teeth.
- It helps remove infected and damaged tissues, preventing further complications.
- The procedure can save a tooth that might otherwise require extraction.
- Root resection contributes to maintaining oral health and function.
- Proper post-operative care and follow-up appointments are crucial for successful outcomes.
References
- 'Endodontists Guide to CDT 2017 (PDF).' American Association of Endodontists, 2017, pp.13–14. Retrieved 2020-03-14.
- 'Root resection: A Dental Procedure for Preserving Teeth.' The Dentist, Near Me Organization. TDNM.info. This dentistry article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it.
Root resection or root amputation is a type of periradicular surgery in which an entire root of a multiroot tooth is removed. It contrasts with an apicoectomy, where only the tip of the root is removed, and hemisection, where a root and its overlying portion of the crown are separated from the rest of the tooth, and optionally removed.
The procedure will first start with the doctor injecting the area with local anesthesia, after which an incision is created at the gum tissues around the affected root to allow your specialist to have access to the infected peri-apical tissues.
This procedure can help your dentist remove infected and damaged tissues in the root area. Also, to prevent the risks of infection, a small filing is inserted at the end of the root canal. Lastly, to close the gum tissues, sutures will be placed to completely close the incision. After it is completely healed for a week, the bone will be back to its normal function.[citation needed]
Patients who undergo root resection are given specific instructions for post-operative care, including: oral hygiene maintenance, taking prescribed medications as directed, scheduling follow-up appointments to monitor healing and assess treatment success.
