Tooth extraction is a complicated process. It requires critical analysis of the whole working area. Sometimes the root of the tooth is left inside the socket. Either intentionally or unintentionally, that will be discussed further in the article. However, in the case of the necessary root removal, a crane pick elevator can come to good use.
The root is the bottom part of the tooth that attaches it to the jaw bone. Moreover, it has a layer of the gum line, which helps in protecting it. The root of the tooth contains sensitive nerves. In case of exposure, it can cause severe pain and also infections can occur.
What happens when the root is left inside the socket during extraction?
During the process of tooth removal, the root can break off from the tooth and may remain inside the socket. Furthermore, in the worst case, if the tooth is very weak, applying overpressure to the root can crush it into little fragments inside the socket. The remaining root can cause repeated mouth infections or can even remain in the state of constant chronic infection. In this case, root extraction becomes necessary in order to safeguard from further oral issues.
However, removing the root is not always necessary, find out below:
Why is the root intentionally left inside the socket?
Most of the time dentists leave the root inside the socket for different reasons which are as follow:
Sensitive position:
During the procedure of tooth extraction or oral examination. If it is clear that the root fragment is close to the sensitive nerves or the sinus. The operator will opt to leave the root inside. Removing it can potentially damage the surrounding nerves or tissues.
Missing the right instruments or expertise:
If the health practitioner doesn’t possess the skill to remove the root fragments from the critical areas. Or if the right tools are not present. The best option is to leave the root inside the socket.
The consequence of continuous extraction attempts:
Trying to repeatedly extract the root tips can cause bone inflammation. If the dentist figures out that the root might not come out easily. He may decide to leave the tip in the socket to protect the bone.
Which tool can better remove the fractured root tips?
In the case of the urgent removal of the root, oral surgery can become the only option.
One of the most important instruments that are useful in these kinds of oral procedures is the special types of crane pick elevators which enable the expert to smoothly remove the remaining root fragments and clear the socket.
These elevators have the following parts:
- Handle
- Shank
- Blade
The handle is round and it has a design for providing a comfortable grip and balanced control during the procedure. On the other hand, a shank has a design like a rod and is made of solid stainless steel in order to bear the different forces acting on it during the surgery. Furthermore, the blade of the elevators may be straight, bent, or have a curve for different variations. Their selection is done according to the tasks.
Two types of pick elevators and their uses are as follow:
Apexo elevators:
The other name of this instrument is the root pick elevator. This tool is very delicately put to use, to remove the small fragments of the root. The blade of this tool is long with sharp edges and can have a curve to the right or left sides for easy access. One of the important things to keep in mind is that this is a slender instrument and cannot resist heavy forces. Like in the lever principle or wheel and axle principle. This tool is normally put inside the socket to carefully remove the small root tip.
Crane pick elevators:
This elevator dental tool is basically the heavier version of the apexo type with a few distinct features. This instrument typically comes in use to provide greater forces for the removal of the whole root or part of it.
It has a long shank with the blade bent at an angle of 45 degrees to increase the effects of extraction attempts. The shank and the blade are made out of solid stainless steel so they can withstand the heavier forces without getting out of shape. It is put to use by adopting the lever principle by drilling the hole inside the root, the instrument is then put inside the hole, and using the buccal plate as a fulcrum the root easily comes out.
Furthermore, there is also another unique tool that can create an impact when doing Atraumatic tooth extractions. And it is called Anglevator. This is a sort of universal tool which combines six different instruments.
Why using the good tool can give you an edge?
Using tools made out of supreme quality materials and the right forging techniques will definitely enable you to perform on top of your skills. Firstly, the material quality will enable the tool to stay sharp for longer periods. Secondly, you will not have to worry about your tool going out of shape when applying greater forces.
At GerDentUSA we have experience of numerous years in manufacturing great quality instruments such as crane pick elevators. We have enabled various dental organizations and experts in providing top of line treatment to their patients. Only the most famous surgical grade German stainless steel is used to expertly handcraft the most desired instruments.
