Root Resectioning
A procedure that removes one root of a multi-rooted tooth to save the tooth when only one root is affected.
What is Root Resectioning?
Root resectioning removes one damaged or infected root from a tooth that has multiple roots, most commonly molars, while preserving the remaining healthy roots and the tooth itself. This is considered when infection, fracture, or severe bone loss affects only one root, making it possible to save the tooth by removing just the problematic portion rather than the entire tooth. Your dentist or periodontist carefully separates and removes the affected root, then reshapes the remaining tooth structure to function normally. The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia.
Why is this procedure performed?
- Infection or damage confined to one root of a multi-rooted tooth
- Severe bone loss around a single root
- A desire to save a tooth rather than extract it entirely
- A fractured root that cannot be repaired
- As an alternative to full tooth extraction when only one root is problematic
How does this procedure help?
Root resectioning allows you to keep a tooth that might otherwise require complete extraction, preserving your natural bite and avoiding the need for a bridge or implant. Once healed, the remaining portion of the tooth generally functions well for normal chewing. This procedure offers a valuable tooth-saving option for specific situations where only part of a tooth's root structure is affected.
How quickly can this be arranged in India?
Typical timeline in India
Same day to 1 week
Compared to Canada / USA
90%+ faster
Cost savings vs. Canada / USA
60–70% less
Context
Most dental procedures in India can be scheduled within days. Complex multi-session treatments are completed in 1–2 weeks — compared to months-long waits in Canada and the USA.
Timeline data based on publicly available data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and NHS/Commonwealth Fund comparative studies. Cost estimates based on publicly available medical tourism cost comparisons, including Patients Beyond Borders. Actual costs vary by hospital and case complexity and are confirmed during your clinical assessment.
How does Medicay Global help?
We coordinate access to this procedure through our vetted hospital network in India, handling everything non-clinical along the way. Your Personal Medical Representative manages scheduling, logistics, and communication on your behalf, so you can focus on your health. Medicay Global coordinates access — all clinical decisions are made by licensed physicians.
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