Selective Retreatment and Sinus Lift: An Alternative Approach to Surgically Manage the Palatal Roots of Maxillary Molars.

Endodontic microsurgery on the palatal root of maxillary molars presents a clinical challenge due to the root position and approximation from the maxillary sinus floor. Attempting a buccal or a palatal approach to address the root is associated with limited accessibility and visibility, as well as the risk of injury to the maxillary sinus membrane and/or the greater palatine nerves and vessels. If all the maxillary molar roots require surgical intervention, two flaps may even be needed, which can make the procedure technically more difficult and lengthier.

Source: Journal of Endodontics - October 9, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Adham A. Azim, Howard H. Wang, Maksim Serebro Tags: Case Report/Clinical Techniques Source Type: research