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Dental Health (Expert Forum)
Bifurcation
Answered by
Matthew Baron, D.M.D. - Dental
Questions in the Dental Health forum are answered by Dr. Jerome Tsang and Dr. Jerome Bogin. Topics covered include bridges, cavities, crowns, and x-rays.
Bifurcation
by keyzersoce, Jul 11, 2005 12:00AM
During last visit, my periodontist said I have one tooth whose root shows signs of "bifurcation," but he did not explain what that meant. He just said to keep an eye on it. What is it and what am I looking for?
Doctor's Answer
by Matthew Baron, D.M.D., Jul 11, 2005 12:00AM
, Jul 11, 2005 12:00AM
A tooth having a furcation involvement means that you've lost bone structure around that tooth usually due to periodontal disease. The bone loss causes the roots to be exposed. The area where the roots separate is the furcation. A furcation exposed can lead to more serious periodontal problems. The best course of action is diligent home care and keeping your regularly scheduled dental/periodontal appointments.
Member Comments (2)
by keyzersoce, Jul 12, 2005 12:00AM
Thank you.
by justine63, May 01, 2008 06:33PM
A related discussion, caring for a bifurcated tooth was started.
