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Vital root retention: a clinical procedure.

K Fareed1, R Khayat, P Salins

  • 1Department of Removable Prosthodontic Sciences, King Saud University, College of Dentistry, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
|October 1, 1989
PubMed
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Retaining vital tooth roots for overdentures significantly reduces residual alveolar ridge resorption. This technique also simplifies patient care by eliminating the need for daily periodontal maintenance of abutment teeth.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Oral Surgery
  • Prosthodontics

Background:

  • Residual alveolar ridge resorption is a common complication following tooth extraction, impacting complete denture stability and patient comfort.
  • Maintaining periodontal health of overdenture abutments can be challenging for patients, potentially leading to complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a surgical technique for retaining vital roots to mitigate alveolar ridge resorption under complete dentures.
  • To evaluate the benefits of vital root retention in simplifying patient maintenance of overdenture abutments.

Main Methods:

  • Periodontal preparation of teeth designated for retention to minimize surgical site contamination.
  • Extraction of non-vital or periodontally compromised teeth.
  • Sectioning and contouring retained teeth to ensure root proximity to the alveolar crest.

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  • Surgical flap preparation and suturing to cover roots and preserve vestibular depth.
  • Immediate denture placement with a tissue-conditioning liner.

    • Main Results:

    • Retention of vital roots effectively slows the rate of residual alveolar ridge resorption.
    • The procedure obviates the need for patients to manage the periodontal health of overdenture abutments.

    Conclusions:

    • Vital root retention is a viable strategy to preserve alveolar bone height and width beneath complete dentures.
    • This overdenture approach enhances patient compliance and reduces the risk of abutment-related complications.