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ArticleBMC oral health2025

A classification of radicular grooves from the perspective of periodontology.

Huxiao Li, Zhaowei Tai, Jiachen Dong, Zhongchen Song

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Article in BMC oral health, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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Huxiao Li *Department of Periodontology, National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200011, China.
Zhaowei Tai *Department of General Dentistry, National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200011, China.
Jiachen DongDepartment of Periodontology, National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200011, China.
Zhongchen SongDepartment of Periodontology, National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200011, China. szhongchen@sina.com.

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Abstract

backgroundRadicular grooves are relatively common, yet a standardized classification system and treatment regimen remain elusive. Existing classifications primarily focus on the morphological aspects of dental structures, overlooking the crucial periodontal condition of affected teeth. This oversight hampers the development of effective diagnostic and treatment protocols. Therefore, the article aims to present a classification that integrates the periodontal status of affected teeth and propose corresponding therapeutic approaches.

methodsThe article discusses four classes of radicular grooves based on the location of the deformity and the periodontal status of teeth. Each class is accompanied by a recommended treatment program. For the most severe class, a periodontal-endodontic surgical approach is suggested as an alternative to intentional replantation.

resultsThe article presents the treatment process and outcomes for at least one case report for each class, achieving positive results across all classes. Notably, cases with deep periodontal pockets showed significant postoperative improvement.

conclusionThis paper proposes a novel radicular groove classification system incorporating periodontal status, with treatment protocols specific to each category. Clinical case reports validate the clinical applicability of this approach, demonstrating favorable outcomes across all classification groups.

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Tooth RootHumansPeriodontal PocketPeriodonticsDecisional treePalatal groovePeriodontal lesionRadicular groovesTooth developmental anomaly

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