Hemisection as an alternative treatment for vertically fractured mandibular molars.

Gregori M Kurtzman, Lee H Silverstein, Peter C Shatz

PubMed · 2006 · 33 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

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.