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ArticleJournal of surgical case reports2025

Restorative option for hemisected root canal treated mandibular molar: two case reports.

Tian Shih Lin, Jacqueline Ann Allosias, Mohamad Syahrizal Halim, Naseer Ahmed, Artak Heboyan

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Article in Journal of surgical case reports, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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5 authors.

Tian Shih LinPostgraduate in Conservative Unit, School of Dental Sciences, Health Campus, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 16150 Kubang Kerian, Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia.
Jacqueline Ann AllosiasPostgraduate in Conservative Unit, School of Dental Sciences, Health Campus, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 16150 Kubang Kerian, Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia.
Mohamad Syahrizal HalimConservative Dentistry Unit, School of Dental Sciences, Health Campus, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 16150 Kubang Kerian, Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia.
Naseer AhmedDepartment of Prosthodontics, Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine, 2-R Sunset Blvd Rd, D.H.A. Phase 4 Phase 4 Defence Housing Authority, Karachi 75500, Pakistan.
Artak HeboyanDepartment of Research Analytics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, 162, Poonamallee High Rd, Velappanchavadi, Chennai 600 077, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8329-3205

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The success of hemisection is based on meticulous case selection, considering the quality and quantity of bone surrounding the remaining roots. Additionally, a well-devised prosthetic plan is crucial to direct forces along the preserved roots, and ongoing maintenance is imperative for long-term success. This case report aims to present two different restorative designs for the pontic on the edentulous space after the hemisection of a molar tooth. The treatment approach included initial root canal treatment, followed by periodontal intervention involving hemisection. The hemisected tooth was restored through a fixed partial denture, utilizing premolar, or molar as abutments. Hemisection is an excellent option for retaining the molar tooth in the mouth. The restorative option might be chosen between original molar anatomy or transformation into premolars. This must be in accordance with the patient's wishes as well.

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fixed partial denture designhemisectionroot canal treated tooth

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PMID39936021
PMCPMC11811897

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