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Custom-fabricated endodontic implants: report of two cases
1Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Government Dental College and Hospital, Ahmedabad, India.
Journal of Endodontics
|February 24, 2001
Summary
Endodontic endosseous implants can stabilize teeth with significant alveolar bone loss. Custom-fabricated implants successfully restored function in two challenging cases, demonstrating a viable treatment option.
Area of Science:
- Dental Implantology
- Periodontology
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Alveolar bone loss compromises tooth stability and function.
- Traditional treatments may be insufficient for severely compromised teeth.
- Endodontic endosseous implants offer a potential solution for tooth retention.
Observation:
- Two cases presented with severe loss of alveolar support, rendering teeth 'hopeless'.
- Custom-fabricated ceramic-coated chrome-cobalt endosseous implants were utilized for stabilization.
- The fabrication technique for these specialized implants was detailed.
Findings:
- The endodontic endosseous implant technique successfully stabilized teeth with substantial alveolar support loss.
- Both 'hopeless' cases were restored to functional status post-treatment.
- The custom implants provided a durable and effective means of tooth maintenance.
Implications:
- This technique provides a viable alternative for managing teeth with advanced periodontal compromise.
- Endodontic endosseous implants can preserve teeth that might otherwise require extraction.
- Further research into custom implant fabrication and long-term outcomes is warranted.