This video demonstrates a technique used for surgical removal of a brittle maxillary premolar tooth after subcrestal lingual cusp fracture. The tooth must be sectioned into buccal and lingual roots. Pre-op and post-op regimen and decision regarding immediate implant placement are also discussed. Run time 12:41.
Surgical extraction of a multi-rooted tooth may be complicated by the fact that the roots go in different directions. When this is the case, especially when there is no clinical crown, it is necessary to section between the roots and remove them individually. The technique for doing this is discussed in this video, along with…
One of the basic fundamentals taught by Dr. Reznick is proper pre-surgical evaluation of the patient and the procedure to be performed. For the removal of a tooth, following the Standard of Care regarding pre-operative radiographs is essential to plan the surgical approach and to minimize the risk of complications. When this is not done,…
An infected maxillary molar can encroach upon the maxillary sinus and create an oral-antral fistula when extracted. Large defects will not close on their own. When this complication is anticipated, surgery is planned to close the defect primarily. This video demonstrates a technique to do just that. Run time- 17:05
This case demonstrates the technique for surgical removal of a broken lower first molar, and discusses the fine points of the procedure. The technique of ridge preservation grafting is also shown. Running time: 13:17