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Cervical abrasion
Cervical abrasion refers to worn, hollowed-out tooth structure near the gumline. Clinically, it is discussed alongside non-carious cervical lesions, with factors such as friction and acid exposure distinguished.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Root perforation
Root perforation is an abnormal communication between the root canal space and the tissues outside the root. It may be related to damage during treatment or tooth resorption, so its location and cause are assessed.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Apical abscess
An apical abscess is a collection of pus caused by infection around the tip of a tooth root. It is often associated with pulp necrosis and root canal infection, and may cause pain, swelling, or a drainage tract.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Periapical lesion
A periapical lesion is a broad term for abnormal changes in the tissues around a tooth root tip. A dark area on imaging is a common example, but further examinations are needed to determine its cause and nature.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Apicoectomy
An apicoectomy is endodontic surgery performed through an opening in the gum to remove inflamed tissue and part of the tooth root tip. If needed, a root-end filling is also placed to seal the canal.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Apexification
Apexification creates or induces a barrier at the canal end in an immature permanent tooth with necrotic pulp and an open root tip. It addresses the open end to provide a basis for sealing the canal.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Pulp necrosis
Pulp necrosis is the death of the pulp tissue inside a tooth, which contains blood vessels and nerves. Deep decay or trauma may be involved, and absence of pain does not mean the pulp is healthy.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Vital pulp therapy
Vital pulp therapy aims to maintain function by retaining all or part of the living pulp. In deep decay or pulp exposure, the condition of the tissue to be retained and the ability to seal the tooth are assessed.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Pulpotomy
A pulpotomy removes some inflamed or damaged pulp, or the coronal pulp, while preserving the remaining living tissue. It differs from treatment that removes all pulp, including the tissue in the root canals.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Pulpitis
Pulpitis is inflammation of the pulp tissue inside a tooth, where blood vessels and nerves are located. Decay, cracks, or trauma may be responsible, and the potential for pulp recovery and the condition of surrounding tissues are assessed.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Cracked tooth syndrome
Cracked tooth syndrome describes symptoms such as pain on biting or releasing pressure associated with an incomplete tooth crack. The location and depth of the crack and its effect on the pulp need assessment.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Enameloplasty
Enameloplasty adjusts the edges or shape of a tooth by removing a small amount of enamel. It addresses minor contour irregularities and differs from treatments that add material or move teeth.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Tooth fragment reattachment
Tooth fragment reattachment restores shape by bonding a broken natural tooth fragment back in place. It is considered when the fragment is available and the extent of damage and bonding conditions are suitable.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Tooth resorption
Tooth resorption is the loss of hard tooth tissue through cellular activity. Physiological resorption during the replacement of primary teeth is distinguished from problematic resorption in permanent teeth.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Gingivoplasty
Gingivoplasty reshapes the appearance and contours of the gums. It may be considered for an uneven gumline or teeth that appear short, according to the cause and tissue condition.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Cantilever bridge
A cantilever bridge is a prosthesis in which an artificial tooth replaces a missing tooth and is supported by teeth on only one side. It transfers forces differently from a bridge supported on both sides.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Core build-up
A core build-up replaces missing structure in the severely damaged crown portion of a tooth with material to create a shape that supports the final prosthesis. Together with the remaining natural tooth, it provides a foundation for a crown or another restoration.
Decay, root canals & restorations
Denture clasp
A denture clasp is a hook-like component that engages a remaining tooth to help keep a partial denture from coming out. It works with the other supporting and connecting components of the denture.
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