Hemisection: A conservative management of an abutment mandibular molar tooth - Case report

Abstract

Hemisection of the mandibular molars is an option for surgical treatment when a vertical coronal fracture has occurred and a root is healthy. This article illustrates a case in which the damaged terminal abutment was part of a fixed prosthesis. The loss of a distal abutment can result in the patient wearing a removable partial denture. Hemisection and fixed prosthetic rehabilitation gave a satisfactory result. This treatment option should always be considered before tooth extraction and implant therapy.