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  • Root or Tooth Fragment Displaced into the Sinus_Evaluation

    Root or Tooth Fragment Displaced into the Sinus – Practical Management for Dentists

    Root or Tooth Fragment Displaced into the Sinus - Practical Management for Dentists Introduction Displacement of a root or tooth fragment into the maxillary sinus is a complication most dentists will face at some point. It usually occurs during extraction of maxillary posterior teeth with close sinus proximity—often due [...]

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    Complete Guide to Dental Elevators, Luxators, and Periotomes

    Complete Guide to Dental Elevators, Luxators, and Periotomes Introduction The main difference between these instruments is blade thickness. Blade thickness determines use. Elevators have the thickest working part; their function is to lift the tooth/root (it’s in the name). Stronger teeth should be taken out with elevators. Luxators are designed [...]

  • Two Most Common Complications After Extraction & How to Manage Them

    Two Most Common Complications After Extraction & How to Manage Them Introduction Most common is alveolitis (dry socket). Patients usually complain of dull, throbbing pain 3–4 days after an extraction. They often ask for antibiotics and may blame the dentist, suggesting a retained root or infection. How to tell it’s a [...]

  • Broken Root Extraction Techniques and Decision Making_Referal

    Broken Root Extraction Techniques and Decision Making, Practical Tips for Dental Professionals

    Broken Root Extraction Techniques and Decision Making, Practical Tips for Dental Professionals Introduction If you searched for “broken root extraction”, you’re in the right place. This article is written by dental professionals for dental professionals and focuses on practical, clinical advice. Radiographs (preferably a panoramic X‑ray) are essential before [...]