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Shanon Patel^1,2, Navid Saberi¹, Tiago Pimental¹

¹Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, King's College London, London, UK.

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Root resorption, the pathological loss of tooth structure, presents diagnostic and management challenges. This review covers its causes, progression, and future treatment directions for dental professionals.

Keywords:

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Oral Pathology

Background:

Root resorption involves the irreversible loss of dental hard tissue due to odontoclastic activity.
It can manifest as internal or external root resorption, impacting permanent teeth pathologically.
This condition poses significant diagnostic and management challenges in clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current literature on the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management of root resorption.
To discuss emerging trends and future directions in the diagnosis and management of root resorption.

Main Methods:

A narrative review of existing scientific literature.
Synthesis of information regarding the causes, mechanisms, identification, and treatment of root resorption.

Main Results:

Root resorption is an irreversible process with potential for patient discomfort and premature tooth loss.
Accurate diagnosis and effective management remain complex clinical issues.
The review consolidates current knowledge and highlights areas for future research.

Conclusions:

Understanding the etiology and pathogenesis is crucial for diagnosis and management.
Further research is needed to improve diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic strategies for root resorption.
Addressing root resorption effectively is vital for preserving dentition and patient well-being.