Our number 1 priority in endodontic care is to preserve your natural teeth, but in some cases where a tooth is fractured or infected with bacteria, that may not be an option. A Root Amputation, or root resection, is a procedure that Dr. Bahador performs on a damaged root of your tooth with the goal of preserving the rest of it, which is a less costly option than a dental implant.
A root amputation works to save as much of the tooth as possible by removing a single root from a multi-rooted tooth. A small incision is made in the gum line to expose the damaged root. Dr. Bahador will then section off and remove the root that is damaged or infected. Once the procedure is complete, the rest of the tooth can be maintained and functional.
If you have a damaged or fractured tooth, contact our office for a consultation. The longer you wait to have this tooth addressed, the more likely you are to attract bacteria that can permanently ruin the tooth and weaken the bone structure that holds your other teeth in place.
Get started by scheduling a consultation online or call our office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bahador.
Our endodontic specialty practice is located in Westerville and offers a full spectrum of endodontic care. Dr. Bahador is an endodontist who performs root canals, non-surgical retreatments, microsurgeries (apicoectomies), root resorption repair, post space preparation, internal bleaching, and care for traumatic dental injuries. He also offers regenerative endodontic care for immature teeth in younger patients and teeth with traumatic injuries.
If you have been referred by your regular dentist for a root canal, oral surgery or other endodontic care, contact us to schedule an appointment today.