title: Oral surgery in general dental practice. The removal of roots.
abstract: The removal of fractured teeth and retained tooth roots is described in a systematic fashion, with emphasis being placed on such procedures being carried out in general practice. The discussion is aimed at producing sound treatment planning and sequential action in order to achieve best results for patient and surgeon.
mesh_terms: D001641:Bicuspid / Q000601:surgery; D005792:General Practice, Dental; D006801:Humans; D008963:Molar / Q000601:surgery; D009066:Mouth, Edentulous / Q000601:surgery; D010027:Osteotomy; D010513:Periodontal Ligament / Q000601:surgery; D014081:Tooth Extraction; D014082:Tooth Fractures / Q000601:surgery; D014092:Tooth Root / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*