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A Simple Technique for Removal of Broken Root Tip of Maxillary Premolars: A Technical Note
Charanpreet Singh1, Divashree Sharma2, Vilas Newaskar3
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Government College of Dentistry, 96 Radiocolony, Indore, 452001 MP India.
Introduction:
Therapeutic extraction of maxillary premolars is often indicated for orthodontic treatment. Extraction as well as retrieval of broken root tips in cases should be minimally invasive aiming to preserve the alveolus as well as the buccal and palatal cortical plates.
Materials And Methods:
Here a technique is described that we have been employing for retrieving broken maxillary premolar root tips which have the bevel towards the buccal cortex.
Conclusion:
The method is simple, atraumatic and effective.
