All that remains of the tooth is the root: restoration without implantation

When can a tooth be restored?

When the walls have completely crumbled, but the root of the tooth has not been destroyed, traditional dentistry sometimes suggests removing it. Today, using new protocols, it is possible to preserve the root and create a new stable unit - any of the functional ones, except for the “eights” (wisdom teeth). To do this, you need the root to be healthy:

• Not affected by caries, without fractures or cracks. If such defects exist, then only removal followed by implantation is indicated.
• No cyst. If there is one, then a method of treatment is selected. And only then can you begin to restore.

If a similar problem happens to you, do not rush to the surgeon. New technologies make it possible to accomplish the previously impossible - to preserve the root of a tooth. What to do in a particular case is decided at the appointment, after diagnosis. The vast majority of patients manage to save the tooth after treatment procedures and install a crown on the root of the tooth.

Artificial fangs

Absolutely any type of extension performs exclusively the function of beauty. Any careless movement or eating hard foods can lead to the material peeling off or the crown falling out. A similar manipulation can be carried out in any dentistry in your city.

We should not forget that when growing a fang by more than 4 mm, severe harm to health can be caused. Such fangs can injure the gingival surface, causing inflammation and irritation of the mucous membranes of the mouth. Poor chewing of food often leads to problems with the digestive tract, as well as to the formation of duodenal ulcers, because eating with fangs is extremely inconvenient and it is impossible to chew food thoroughly with them.

Be very attentive to the extended fangs, as with any sudden movement there is a risk of breaking the entire tooth, which can lead to the subsequent removal of the injured tooth and the placement of dentures.

Examples when only the roots of the teeth in the upper jaw remain

Example 1. Restoration from one root of a front tooth

In this example (presented in full here), the situation was created literally by the patient’s hands. She tried to glue part of the tooth with superglue and, under the influence of dangerous substances contained in the glue, the crown of the tooth became completely unusable.

But the root of the tooth under the crown below remained intact and unharmed.

The length of the healthy part of this tooth root removed all doubts about the question - is it necessary to restore the root? Certainly! - it is possible and necessary. The tooth was restored in 1.5 hours using Cerec technology. And here in the photo is the happy owner of a new restored front tooth:

Example 2. Restoring 3 front teeth, of which only the roots remain

Here is a treatment example where I restored the aesthetics of her smile to a 22-year-old girl. The three front teeth on the upper jaw were completely destroyed. From the upper teeth 1.2, 1.1, 2.1 only
the roots
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These three teeth were actually an aesthetically unsightly frame made from old fillings. Now we will not analyze the whole case in detail, I would like to draw your attention to the following points:

• the shape of the roots of the teeth and their condition made it possible to restore them
• There was no talk at all about any amputation - removal of the roots of the teeth of the upper jaw and implantation.

Our patient's smile was designed in a computer program:

So, in the photo below you see a general set for restoring our patient’s dentition, and among the modules there are 3 with a crown and a root.

The roots of the upper front teeth were quickly and, most importantly, effectively restored:

and our patient underwent a beautiful transformation and became the owner of a sweet and chic smile:

This is the enormous potential and aesthetic power of healthy tooth roots! Don't rush to delete them)

Example 3. Complete restoration of the smile zone on the front teeth of the upper jaw

This example is actually very popular on the Internet, since the patient is a TV presenter, and as a result of the treatment she found her new smile. Which is extremely important for her profession. I describe the detailed clinical case itself in another article, but here I would like to note the main points related specifically to the restoration of the roots of the front teeth with crowns.

In the picture below we have removed composite restorations and carious lesions. only the roots remain of the two front incisor teeth.

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Crowns and “crown + root” modules were prepared in the laboratory:

After installation, the smile began to shine with bright colors:

You can see the entire chronology of our patient’s treatment in one large picture, step by step:

Does it hurt to grow teeth?

Tooth extension is a painless procedure. Anesthesia is not performed if the damage is not significant, since manipulations are carried out at a superficial level. If the damage is severe, the dentist administers local anesthesia. Modern drugs begin to act immediately after administration.

After the session, the first day you may experience pain if the canals were cleaned. Painkillers will help you feel better.

The restored dentition will last a long time if the patient provides proper care. If the question arises about whether it is possible to smoke after tooth extensions, the answer will be negative. Composite and photopolymer materials quickly absorb all substances, which is why the filling quickly changes color. Maintaining hygiene and regular visits to the dentist will help you maintain your smile for a long time.

Why do tooth remains appear in the gums?

There are many reasons for this phenomenon:

• Perhaps the tooth has completely crumbled, but the root remains.
• The crown received a strong blow and a fracture occurred.
• An incomplete tooth extraction was performed. The remaining fragments cause inflammatory processes in the soft tissues, causing pain.
• Units with the neurovascular bundle removed are often destroyed. The so-called “dead teeth”. The nutrition of their walls is disrupted, the shell becomes fragile and, due to incorrect loading or due to increased fragility, the natural walls break off “at the root.”

If the process has already started, then urgent treatment of the tooth root is necessary. Otherwise, the remains of the unit will have to be removed to avoid infection of adjacent teeth and surrounding tissues.

The situation cannot be ignored: tooth fragments may not bother you at first, but then turn into a serious problem. When trouble occurs, immediately contact the dental clinic to promptly select treatment and find ways to restore the tooth.

Cost of procedures

Prices for dental extensions vary depending on:

• Number of units restored.
• Severity of the defect.
• The chosen extension technique.
• Materials used.

The cost is also affected by the condition of the oral cavity, the preservation of the tooth root, the need for preliminary sanitation and other procedures. The final price of services is determined after examination by the dentist. The patient can influence the final cost by choosing more affordable composites and restoration technologies.

Regardless of the chosen technique, the doctors at the Ulybka dental clinic guarantee their patients beautiful and long-lasting results. Our specialists have extensive experience in building extensions of varying complexity, have modern tools and use advanced materials to ensure a highly aesthetic result.

You can find out the cost of extension of front and back teeth in Yoshkar-Ola in our price list.

Examples of canine restoration when only the root remains of the tooth

Example 4. The pin in the root of the lower tooth was removed, and the canine itself was restored

In this clinical case, I was restoring the lower canine, and the task was to save the root of the tooth and restore the coronal part of the canine, which was almost destroyed by caries. The anterior wall of the lower canine was made in the form of a filling, and it fell apart from the cutting edge.

As you can see in the photo, an anchor pin was installed inside the tooth - this is a pin that is screwed into the canal to strengthen the tooth. The tooth under the filling and the root of the lower canine were affected by caries. When the carious tissue was removed, only the root and a small part of the wall

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You and I remember the main topic of our article, which tells us the following - if the tooth root remains, it can be completely restored. And this is not the first time that the unique Cerec technology has come to our aid. Using it and digital scanning, we restored the missing tooth module, which also included the root part:

Next, we restore the lower front tooth using a CEREC inlay and get an excellent result - the lower canine is completely restored:

Example 5. The root of the tooth under the crown of the upper canine has not rotted, and therefore the tooth is 100% restored

In this case, there was a total restoration of the dentition (veneers and crowns) with the replacement of worn-out crowns on the front teeth. One of the upper canines under the crown was seriously affected by caries, but its root was practically healthy - only a small part of the tooth root was damaged, see the following photo:

The missing “crown + root” module and new crowns were manufactured in a laboratory. In general, everything is in a smile, it looks just great:

And the owner of a new beautiful smile herself cannot hide her admiration:

All the main tasks in this total work were successfully solved, but the main thing you should pay attention to is that we managed to save the tooth root here too.

Indications and contraindications

Depending on the chosen method of teeth extension, indications and contraindications for each specific technique should be determined by your dentist. In this situation, you should not be guided solely by your taste preferences. Otherwise, your uncompromising demand: “I want veneers!” may lead to the fact that the treatment will not bring the desired effect, and the money will be wasted. Don't forget: everything is individual. For example, extensions using photopolymers are not practiced if there is severe tooth mobility. It is also recommended to avoid veneering for those patients who suffer from periodontal disease or do not have the necessary dental hygiene skills.

Main indications for extensions

• Cracks and chips
  Microdamages caused by trauma.
• Damage to the crown
  If the dental crown is deformed or broken.
• Consequences of caries
  In case of advanced caries, when the tooth root is intact, but the area for filling is too large.
• Gaps between teeth
  Diastema, which negatively affects aesthetics.
• Changing the color of the enamel A
  dental defect such as fluorosis - white spots on the surface of the tooth enamel - cannot be eliminated with whitening, but can be corrected with extensions.
• Increased tooth abrasion
  As a result of demineralization of tooth enamel or a hereditary factor.
• Malocclusion
  Effective for mild defects in the occlusion of the dentition.

Absolute contraindications to extensions

• Maximum damage to the tooth
  If the tooth is destroyed by more than 30%, the extension will not give a positive result.
• Allergy
  An allergic reaction to individual components of filling materials is rare, but its presence makes extension impossible.
• Bruxism
  Night and daytime teeth grinding will definitely lead to the destruction of the extended tooth.
• Unsuccessful tooth localization
  If the tooth is located in such a way that it cannot be isolated from saliva during the procedure, which neutralizes its result.

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How to determine if a root is healthy

How to understand whether caries has affected the root of the tooth, whether the dentin of the tooth root is intact or whether there are defects? In order to have an objective picture of the process, it is necessary to perform an x-ray of the tooth root and a computed tomogram. A CT scan will determine the true condition of the root and show:

• The presence of inflammatory processes.
• It will determine whether there are neoplasms and what size they are (cyst or granuloma).
• The location of the roots in relation to the neighboring ones, the maxillary sinus.

This is the only way to see whether it will be possible to cure the tooth root using a tab.

Example 6. Restoration of teeth 4 and 5, when only one root remains

In the next total work I would like to highlight the 4th and 5th premolars. In general, the girl’s situation was quite complicated initially at the time she contacted me. Both the lower and upper jaws were restored. Let's look at only the top one.

Front 4 teeth

- these are 1.2, 1.1, 2.1 and 2.2 were entirely made of composite material, under which caries developed. And the teeth we were interested in, 1.4, 1.5, 2.4 and 2.5, were covered with metal-ceramic crowns under which there were metal inlays. Today, such structures are rarely used in advanced dentistry, since the same Cerec technology allows you to achieve excellent results with one module “crown + tooth root”, rather than breaking the structure into an inlay and a crown with an additional adhesive layer. In fact, we place a crown at the root of the tooth with the function of the missing root. There will be a separate example on metal tabs a little later.

So, in the photo below, the crowns were removed, the inlays were removed and carious tissue was removed from teeth 4 and 5, leaving healthy roots

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If only the root remains of a tooth, this does not mean that it cannot be restored. And let this tooth root be pulpless, i.e. dead - such tooth roots feel great in bone tissue and orthopedic structures can be built on them. Using computer technology and 3D scanning, we first restored virtual teeth:

The following photo shows that on one side we place crowns with an inlay function in place of the 4th and 5th teeth, and on the other opposite side we place half-crowns also with an inlay function.

That is, these are single modular designs - veneers with a root part, which are currently the best for the patient

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Installing veneers with the root part allows you to completely recreate an aesthetically beautiful dentition:

The stage of temporary prosthetics, which allows the patient to see his smile, plays an important role in the very process of its new formation, since the patient understands that the main problems with the restoration of the remaining teeth, and in fact the roots of the teeth, are left “far behind”:

After installing crowns and half-crowns and restoring the front teeth, our patient’s smile was transformed beyond recognition, the so-called. wow effect:

The clinical example described above can be viewed in detail HERE.

Teeth extension using composite materials

Modern filling materials used for the restoration of front teeth harden only under the influence of the rays of a special lamp, most often an ultraviolet one. This gives the specialist the opportunity to carefully restore the natural shape of the damaged tooth. This is especially important when reconstructing large chips. However, after curing, the composite material becomes no less durable than a natural tooth, and if the doctor follows all standards and protocols, the junction of the enamel and the composite will not only be invisible, but also reliable - the tooth restored in this way will last for many years. However, it should be remembered that such restorations still have a service life and after 7 to 10 years they may require replacement.

Why removing the root is not the solution to the problem

If there is no natural crown, and instead of it an empty space appears, especially when it is the roots of the upper front teeth, many people habitually rush to the surgeon. They want to remove the remains and quickly install a bridge, eliminating the aesthetic defect.

But first, it’s worth considering the situation with your doctor - there are certain risks during removal: damage to the mandibular nerve, excessive trauma to the gums, and others. In addition, tooth restoration based on its own root is always more gentle than any prosthetic method.

Dentists try to preserve every unit, since the absence of natural teeth leads to a decrease in the quality of life. If you simply remove the roots of permanent teeth, then immediate implantation is needed. In the absence of a unit, destructive processes begin in tissues, and bone volume decreases. Therefore, doctors do not recommend neglecting this problem. Even if there is no chewing molar, which is not visible.

Examples of restoration of fifth teeth on the upper and lower jaws

Example 7. A metal tab and caries left only the root of the 5th tooth

A patient came to me with a 3.5 tooth. It was a pulpless tooth - the lower five, it did not have any periapical changes or inflammation in the area of ​​the root apex. The tooth was missing the upper half of the crown part of the tooth. This tooth 3.5 initially had a filling, a metal stump insert was installed in the tooth, quite deep, and a filling was already installed on top. Here's a “puff sandwich”:

As I said in the previous example No. 6, metal tabs are beginning to be used less and less in practice - they have been replaced by modern computer technologies, for example, Cerec. As a result of the atraumatic removal of the metal insert, the bone was preserved, nothing cracked: neither the root nor the remaining bone structure:

The restoration of the bottom five was carried out using Cerec technology in 1.5 hours

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The “crown + root” module fell into place perfectly, the patient was very pleased with such a quick and effective solution to his problem:

Example 8. The top five were completely destroyed by caries. But the tooth root survived

With this example, I want to show you how deep caries can literally “eat” your teeth. And, of course, try to prevent it from developing like this. The patient is a fairly young man who has decided to radically improve his image. This is a laudable decision, but here are the teeth he came to me with:

Caries on almost all teeth. After removing the carious layer, the remains of the teeth appeared in this form:

Please note that in place of the upper tooth 5

There was practically only one root left with a small side wall. In this case, the same technology of tooth restoration using the “crown + root” module and crowns/half-crowns with an inlay function was used. The result of the treatment, as they say, is on the face:

The goal of treatment, according to the patient, has been fully achieved - a brutal Man

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How to properly care for your mouth after extensions

Extended fangs require increased attention and special care. It is extremely important to strictly follow all hygiene rules to prevent the development of caries and other dental problems. In this regard, experts make the following recommendations:

• Daily brushing of teeth should be carried out at least twice a day,
• It is better to give preference to non-abrasive toothpaste and a brush with medium or soft bristles,
• give up coffee and strong tea, quit smoking if possible,
• Regularly visit the dentist’s office for preventive examinations and respond in a timely manner to any emerging signs of pathological processes.

Proper dental hygiene is important to maintain a smile.
To ensure that vampire teeth last as long as possible, after extensions the dentist will cover them with a special varnish. It will provide protection that will prevent damage to the material due to the aggressive effects of acids and coloring pigments. As for the age at which the procedure can be carried out, experts agree in one opinion - it is better to resort to such modifications from the age of 16-18, but not earlier.

When and how can you restore a tooth with Cerec?

A common problem is the development of caries on the frontal units. The result is their complete destruction. The patient sometimes comes too late. Or the previous intervention does not bring the desired result. When several units in the smile area are damaged, and some of them only have tooth root tissue left, you can combine the installation of crowns, veneers and restoration of the upper visible part using special inlays in the root system. Sometimes large-scale intervention is needed - the smile area is corrected, damaged teeth are recreated. You can do a step-by-step restoration of 10 or even 20 teeth above and below.

Using Cerec technology, if there is a healthy root, it is easy to restore almost every tooth within a few hours.

• It will be necessary to determine the condition of the root and undergo a course of treatment.
• Then, after treating the upper roots, it is possible to install a module with the alignment of the tooth crown and the insert into the cavity in the tooth root.

A smile should always be charming. When restored, the new units are ideal, better than natural ones. In addition, natural teeth darken under the influence of pigments or turn yellow with age. Therefore, next to the restored ones they look unaesthetic.

To avoid such consequences, units can be corrected with veneers or crowns (when they are 50% destroyed and there is no stable support). To create an impeccable beauty zone thanks to Cerec, you only need a few visits to the doctor.

Teeth extension methods

Modern dentistry offers various methods and technologies for teeth extension. The choice of method depends on the patient’s financial capabilities and indications. Repairing a badly broken tooth will require such a drastic decision as installing a crown. A small chip can be corrected using composite materials. If a tooth has lost around 10–20% of tissue, then this is an indication for the installation of indirect ceramic veneers (provided that the patient does not suffer from tooth wear).

Features of Cerec technology

Cerec root inserts and crowns are made from metal-free materials - it can be ceramic or zirconium dioxide. They can be installed even for allergy sufferers without fear. This technology has completely changed traditional approaches to dentistry.

Now the restoration process is comfortable and takes a minimum of time. In my clinic, the procedure is carried out in several stages.

I would also like to note that only one anesthesia is required and there are practically no errors when creating new teeth. Stages:

1. An intraoral scanner determines the boundaries of the damage. This is especially important when only the roots of the front teeth or molars remain. The remaining tissues, antagonist teeth, and closed rows are scanned.
2. The information is transferred to a computer, where all the images are combined into an image.
3. The program creates a three-dimensional model of the remaining tooth, all defects are clearly visible. Then models of the inlay and crown are created that perfectly replicate the anatomical features of the tooth. Dimensions and shape are calculated accurately. It is determined what kind of restoration is needed.
4. The design is made from blanks on a milling module. The elements are being tried on. In rare cases, correction is required. Shade discrepancies or other issues that displease the patient can be easily corrected within a few minutes.
5. The completed root inlay fits hermetically to the remaining parts of the tooth, is securely fixed and exactly matches the shape.

Thus, it is possible to quickly restore units if only the roots of the teeth of the lower or upper jaw remain.

Why does a tooth hurt after installing a pin?

Of course, pain in the area of ​​the treated tooth is by no means a necessary phenomenon. But no one is safe from it, so you should be prepared for such unpleasant moments. Do not be afraid if for some time, literally a couple of hours after a visit to the doctor, the tooth begins to sag, as do the gums. However, during treatment, the tissues of the tooth and gums are affected; they are somehow, within the permissible limits, injured. Therefore, tolerable pain that does not last for several days is quite possible, there is nothing terrible about it.

After restoration, teeth may hurt a little

You can drink a packet of Nimesil, which will relieve discomfort.

Nimesil

If the pulp was removed during dental procedures, the pain may last for several days. Over time she will calm down. If nothing has changed, rush to the doctor. Prolonged pain may also indicate an allergic reaction to the material, which is also possible, and this also requires an early visit to the clinic.

Benefits of Cerec Restoration

The innovation has clear advantages compared to traditional prosthetics:

• The process does not take a week or several days, but only 1.5 hours
  per tooth maximum.
• Accuracy
  . The computer minimizes errors and eliminates errors.
• Biocompatibility
  . Fabrics do not reject materials.

An inlay in the tooth root is created quickly, then the crown is modeled. The price is fully justified by the reliability, long service life of the structures and their aesthetics.

There is a striking difference between the smiles of patients when they only had the root of the tooth left, and the photo after treatment with Cerec dentures.

Teeth extension with photopolymer

Another feature of composite materials that should not be forgotten is the degree of porosity, which exceeds the porosity of natural enamel. For the patient, this means two things: firstly, in the first few days after augmenting the front teeth with composite materials, you should refrain from consuming coloring foods and drinks, and every six months, when visiting a professional hygiene procedure, you need to pay special attention to the restorations, including the hygienist should polish them thoroughly. As for the external difference between the augmented areas of teeth and natural ones, thanks to modern methods for producing composites, the dentist has the opportunity to choose the color of the restoration to match the color of the patient’s enamel.

Example 9. Restoring the bottom six “from the root”

In this case, I would like to simply dwell on the moment of restoration itself. The patient is older, over 50 years old. And he felt the need to restore the chewing group of teeth. The picture shows the lower 6th tooth, of which practically only one root remains:

The tooth was restored in 1.5 hours

using Cerec technology. The very speed of tooth restoration in one visit to the doctor and the patient’s ability to immediately, as they say, use it in chewing gives a 100% head start on any existing method of tooth restoration. It works really well - you can see for yourself.

Example 10. Restoring the bottom seven

And I end my examples with the classic option of restoring the seventh lower tooth, of which only the root part remains. Removal of the lower 7th root of the tooth was not required; Cerec technology again proved to be excellent:

After modeling in 3D, manufacturing the module itself only took about 20 minutes, after which it was successfully installed on the remaining root:

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Should the tooth root be removed? In what cases is this necessary?

Is it necessary to remove the root of a tooth? The root must be removed if:

• it is mobile, unstable or has a deep pocket;
• there are cracks;
• the root processes are “recessed” into the bone tissue and are located below their level;
• root tissue is softened or severely destroyed;
• There are chips in the tooth root.

Modern surgery is as painless as possible. Doctors perform the procedure while maintaining the integrity of the surrounding tissue. In the absence of inflammatory processes, it is possible to remove the real tooth root with simultaneous implantation of an artificial one.

Alternatives

There are clinical cases when it is impossible to restore a tooth. If half of the tooth or the entire crown part is destroyed, a crown is already needed. The root is damaged - you have to choose between:

• Implantation

A metal pin – an implant – is screwed into place of the removed root. A crown is put on it. Neighboring teeth are not involved. The implant performs the functions of a natural root. It comes with a lifetime warranty

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• Bridge prosthesis

The artificial tooth is located between two crowns. Load-bearing teeth are ground down for crowns. Does not prevent bone loss. Should be changed every 5-7 years

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CONCLUSIONS:

As you can see from the examples provided, I, orthopedic dentist Sergei Samsakov, an expert in the field of digital modeling and restoration of teeth using Cerec, manage to restore a beautiful smile even in almost the most hopeless cases. If you have similar problems, do not hesitate, contact us, and we will always find the optimal and, most importantly, beautiful solution to your situation.

And remember the simple truth: there are no hopeless situations!

Rules of care

To increase the service life of extended teeth, you need to carefully care for them. For the first time after the procedure, it is necessary to avoid foods containing dyes to prevent changes in the color of the enamel.

It is advisable to use rinses recommended by the dentist and take baths.

Rules of care include the following activities:

• regular cleaning of teeth and mouth with a soft brush and paste;
• using floss to clean the interdental space;
• rinsing the mouth after each meal;
• Mandatory visits to the dentist at least once every six months.

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