BICUSPIDIZATION – A CONSERVATIVE APPROACH FOR GRADE III FURCATION INVOLVED MANDIBULAR MOLAR: A CASE REPORT

Abstract

With increasing approach and acceptance towards preserving the natural dentition, the conservative
treatment options are considered primary to teeth extractions and replacements. Bicuspidization is a
surgical procedure of splitting mandibular molars into two portions – mesial and distal with their
crown and root structures. It is usually carried out in cases of root fractures, failed endodontic
treatments and grade III furcation involvement where oral hygiene maintenance is difficult, thus to
prevent further bone loss and ultimately tooth loss.