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Hemisection and root amputation.

E N Green

    Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
    |April 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Hemisection and root amputation can save molars with severe furcation involvement when less invasive treatments fail. These endodontic and periodontal procedures offer an alternative to extraction, preserving teeth for restorative dentistry.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dentistry
    • Endodontics
    • Periodontics

    Background:

    • Molars with bifurcation or trifurcation involvements often face extraction.
    • Traditional treatments like scaling, root planing, and flap surgery may not resolve advanced furcation issues.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the efficacy of hemisection and root amputation in saving molars with furcation problems.
    • To present these procedures as viable alternatives to extraction, especially after restorative work.

    Main Methods:

    • Combining endodontic therapy with periodontal surgical techniques such as hemisection and root amputation.
    • Evaluating the success of these combined treatments in preserving molar structure.

    Main Results:

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  • Increased predictability of endodontic success and sophisticated periodontal treatments enable molar salvage.
  • Hemisection and root amputation can successfully treat molars with complete furcation problems, even when other therapies fail.

    • Conclusions:

    • Hemisection and root amputation are advanced options for saving molars with furcation issues.
    • These procedures extend the lifespan of teeth, offering an alternative to extraction and supporting existing restorative dentistry.