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The resin retained natural tooth pontic: a transitional esthetic solution.
J J Safirstein1, B M Owens, R L Swords
1University of Oregon Health Science Center, Portland, Oregon, USA.
The Journal of the Tennessee Dental Association
|May 11, 2001
Summary
Severe periodontitis can cause premature tooth loss. An acid-etch prosthesis using the patient's own tooth offers an esthetic interim solution before long-term dental restoration.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Periodontology
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Severe periodontitis can lead to the premature loss of maxillary anterior teeth, impacting esthetics and function.
- Developing interim treatment solutions is crucial for patients awaiting definitive restorative plans.
Observation:
- A case report detailing the management of premature maxillary anterior tooth loss due to severe periodontitis.
- Fabrication of a natural tooth pontic acid-etch prosthesis using the patient's extracted clinical crown.
Findings:
- The acid-etch prosthesis provided an adequate and esthetic interim solution.
- This approach successfully addressed the patient's immediate restorative needs.
Implications:
- This technique offers a viable, conservative alternative for managing tooth loss in periodontitis patients.
- Highlights the potential of utilizing natural tooth structures for interim prostheses, improving patient satisfaction.