Hemisection: Partial preservation of compromised tooth

J Conserv Dent. 2023 May-Jun;26(3):355-358. doi: 10.4103/jcd.jcd_31_23. Epub 2023 May 16.

Abstract

One of dentistry's primary objectives is the long-term maintenance of teeth. Hemisection may be the best line of action when only one root is decayed and the other one is intact. This case report outlines and depicts a situation in which the deteriorated terminal abutment was part of a cantilevered fixed prosthesis. Hemisection and prosthesis rehabilitation had successful outcomes.

Keywords: Hemisection; mandibular molar; tooth root.

Publication types

  • Case Reports