Tooth resorption
Resorption of the root of the tooth, or root resorption, is the progressive loss of dentin and cementum by the action of odontoclasts. Root resorption is a normal physiological process that occurs in the exfoliation of the primary dentition. However, pathological root resorption occurs in the permanent or secondary dentition and sometimes in the primary dentition.
| Root resorption | |
|---|---|
| Post traumatic External tooth resorption 9 | |
| Specialty | Dentistry |
| Symptoms | Dark tooth discoloration, swollen gums, chip tooth |
| Complications | Tooth loss, infection |
| Types | External (most common), internal |
| Causes | Trauma, idiopathic |
| Risk factors | Trauma, orthodontics |
| Diagnostic method | Dental examination, X-rays |
| Treatment | Dental crowns, tooth extraction, gum surgery |
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