Hypercementosis

Hypercementosis is an idiopathic, non-neoplastic condition characterized by the excessive buildup of normal cementum (calcified tissue) on the roots of one or more teeth. A thicker layer of cementum can give the tooth an enlarged appearance, which mainly occurs at the apex or apices of the tooth. It is experienced as an uncomfortable sensation in the tooth, followed by an aching pain. It may be noted on radiographs as a radiopaque (or lighter) mass at each root apex.