Hemisection as an alternative treatment for vertically fractured mandibular molars.
Hemisection of mandibular molars may be a viable treatment option when vertical root fracture has occurred and the other root is healthy. This article discusses a case that presents the techniques involved in hemisection and restoration of the remaining tooth root.
Kurtzman
Gregori M
GM
Department of Endodontics, Prosthetics, and Operative Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
Silverstein
Lee H
LH
Shatz
Peter C
PC
D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008963:Molar / Q000601:surgery*; D011176:Post and Core Technique; D014082:Tooth Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D014092:Tooth Root / Q000293:injuries*