Root removal – Oral surgery at Rosental private clinic

Root removal – or root resection – is one of those complex oral surgical procedures that are often essential for maintaining health. If a tooth is severely damaged, broken, or infected, the remaining root can lead to various health problems.

The oral surgical specialists at Rosental dental clinic use the most advanced technologies and methods to painlessly and effectively remove the fractured or problematic root, ensuring quick healing and long-term oral health.

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Why is it a problem if the broken tooth root is left behind?

When a tooth breaks, but the root remains, or a root is left behind during the tooth extraction, it can cause several complications that can lead to serious health issues if not treated in time. 

Let’s see what complications can be prevented by extracting the tooth root!

 

  • Infection risk: If the broken tooth root remains, it can easily become infected, as there are many bacteria present in the oral cavity. An infection around the root can cause pain, swelling, and even an abscess. An untreated infection can spread to neighboring teeth and certain parts of the jawbone, which can have serious consequences.
  • Bone loss: The prolonged presence of the remaining tooth root can lead to damage to the jawbone. As the infection spreads, the bone gradually weakens and deteriorates, which can complicate later dental implantation because the bone’s regenerative ability decreases.
  • Formation of cysts and granulomas:Cysts or granulomas often develop around a retained tooth root. These are not only painful but can also lead to further complications over time, such as deformation of the jaw or damage to the root tips of neighboring teeth.
  • Chronic inflammation: 

    A retained root often causes chronic inflammation, which is associated with continuous pain and discomfort. This inflammation can negatively affect not only the local tissues but also the health of the sinus cavities or even the overall health, as inflammatory processes can overburden the immune system over time.

To avoid such complications, it is important that the apicoectomy is performed as soon as possible and that proper oral surgical intervention is ensured for healing.

Extraction of a broken tooth root at Rosental

The removal of a fractured tooth root is a specialized oral surgical procedure during which the remnants of the tooth are removed from the gums or the jawbone. This process is often necessary when the tooth root is situated too deeply to be removed with a simple extraction, or if the root is broken. 

At the Rosental private clinic, our experienced team of oral surgeons utilizes the latest technologies and tools for the removal of fractured tooth roots.

The procedure generally proceeds as follows:

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Detailed diagnosis

Before the intervention, we conduct a thorough examination, during which we take X-rays or CT scans to determine the exact location of the tooth root. This allows us to accurately assess the condition of the root and the surrounding tissues.
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Anesthesia

The treatment is performed under local anesthesia, ensuring that the procedure is completely painless. In more complicated cases, sedation or general anesthesia may also be used to ensure the patient’s comfort.
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Tooth root removal

The oral surgeon makes a small incision in the gum to access the tooth root. Afterwards, they remove the root using specialized tools. If necessary, disinfection of the surrounding tissues and cleaning of the bone will also be performed.
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Healing

After the procedure, we carefully stitch the wound to ensure that the healing process is quick and free of complications. Following the extraction of the tooth root, patients receive an individualized treatment plan to accelerate wound healing. Our clinic pays special attention to ensuring that patients experience the procedure as comfortably and stress-free as possible, and that they receive answers to all their questions during the treatment.

Tooth root extraction

Frequently Asked Questions

Extraction of a root-treated tooth is necessary when serious problems arise despite treatment. For example, if an infection or inflammation develops around the tooth that cannot be resolved with further root treatment. 

Another reason may be if the structure of the tooth is weakened to such an extent that it cannot be retained, or if there is a crack or fracture in the tooth that cannot be repaired. If a cyst or granuloma forms around the tooth, causing chronic inflammation, extraction of the tooth may also be justified. Each case is unique, so decisions are always made based on a specialist examination.

No, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia, so you will not feel pain. The discomfort after the treatment is minimal and can be easily managed with pain relievers.

Typically, 7-10 days are needed for the complete healing of the wound after tooth root removal. The doctor will provide detailed instructions to promote healing, such as dietary restrictions and adherence to oral hygiene habits.

Yes, postoperative care is necessary after tooth root extraction for successful healing. After the procedure, the doctor will call the patient back for a follow-up examination to check the healing of the wound and to rule out potential complications, such as the development of infection or inflammation. 

Maintaining proper wound cleanliness, taking medications – such as pain relievers or antibiotics – and following the advice given to promote wound healing are all important parts of postoperative care. 

The doctor usually provides advice on maintaining oral hygiene and recommends lifestyle changes to accelerate healing, such as regarding diet or physical activity.