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Orthodontic extrusion anchored in osseointegrated implants: a case report
Luiz Cesar da Costa Filho1, Marina Lara Soria, Eduardo Martinelli de Lima
1Pontifical Catholic University, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.
General Dentistry
|November 17, 2004
Summary
Rapid orthodontic extrusion effectively restores biological space in cases of periodontal ligament invasion. This technique, using adjacent implants for anchorage, avoids compromising adjacent teeth or aesthetics.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Periodontology
Background:
- Biological space invasion of the periodontal ligament necessitates restoring lost dimensions.
- Surgical crown lengthening can negatively impact adjacent teeth and aesthetics.
Observation:
- A case report details a tooth with radicular perforation 1.0 mm below the bone crest.
- Restoration of biological distances was required.
Findings:
- Rapid orthodontic extrusion was employed to extrude the affected tooth.
- Anchorage was established using adjacent osseointegrated implants.
Implications:
- This orthodontic approach offers a viable alternative to surgical interventions.
- Preserves adjacent tooth structure and maintains aesthetic outcomes.