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Autogenous tooth transplantation for replacing a lost tooth: case reports.
Ji-Youn Kang1, Hoon-Sang Chang, Yun-Chan Hwang
1Department of Conservative Dentistry, Chonnam National University School of Dentistry, Gwangju, Korea.
Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics
|March 16, 2013
Summary
Autogenous tooth transplantation offers a cost-effective alternative to implants for replacing missing teeth. This procedure involves transplanting a sound donor tooth into the extraction site, yielding successful outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
Background:
- Missing teeth can be replaced using implants or prosthetics.
- Autogenous tooth transplantation is an alternative treatment option.
Observation:
- Single tooth extraction due to deep caries or severe periodontal disease necessitates tooth replacement.
- Non-functional but sound donor teeth can be utilized for transplantation into extraction sites.
Findings:
- Successful outcomes are achievable with autogenous tooth transplantation in specific clinical scenarios.
- This method provides a functional and aesthetic replacement for missing teeth.
Implications:
- Autogenous transplantation can significantly reduce treatment time and costs compared to other restorative options.
- It offers a biological and conservative approach to managing tooth loss, preserving alveolar bone and natural dentition.
