Root resection
Root Resection
Root resection (pronunciation: /ruːt rɪˈsɛkʃən/), also known as apicoectomy, is a surgical procedure performed to remove the root tip and the surrounding infected tissue of an abscessed tooth. This procedure is typically performed by an endodontist or an oral surgeon.
Etymology
The term "root resection" is derived from the Latin words "radix" meaning "root" and "sectio" meaning "cutting".
Procedure
The root resection procedure involves the removal of the root tip and the infected tissue surrounding it. This is done to prevent further infection and to preserve the remaining healthy tooth structure. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia. After the root resection, the endodontist or oral surgeon may place a small filling at the root tip to seal the end of the root canal.
Related Terms
- Endodontics: The branch of dentistry that deals with diseases of the tooth root, dental pulp, and surrounding tissue.
- Oral Surgery: The branch of dentistry that deals with the surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face.
- Abscess: A localized collection of pus in the tissues of the body, often accompanied by swelling and inflammation.
- Anesthesia: A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness, induced for medical purposes.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Root resection
- Wikipedia's article - Root resection
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