Dentinogenesis imperfecta: full-mouth rehabilitation using implants and sinus grafts--a case report

This case report outlines one possible treatment modality to manage the developmental abnormality dentinogenesis imperfecta (DI). In this case, the patient's dentition is restored using a combination of full-coverage crowns for the remaining teeth and implant-supported crowns to replace missing teeth in a re-organized occlusal scheme. The case also demonstrates the effective use of the sinus graft procedure with simultaneous placement of dental implants. This paper also aims to make the reader aware of the current thinking behind treatment delivered to this group of patients, focusing on full-mouth rehabilitation using a combination of implant-supported and conventional metal ceramic crowns.

For the general dental practitioner this case outlines the prevalence and cause of DI. It demonstrates how early diagnosis and appropriate referral has an impact on future treatment.