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    • Dentistry
    • Oral Surgery

    Background:

    • Congenitally missing teeth or early tooth loss is common in children and young adults.
    • Traditional restorative options include bridges, implants, and removable appliances.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide an overview of tooth autotransplantation as a restorative option.
    • To discuss indications, advantages, complications, and treatment considerations for autotransplantation.
    • To illustrate these points with a case study of third molar autotransplantation.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on autotransplantation success rates and outcomes.
    • Case presentation of a third molar autotransplantation procedure.

    Main Results:

    • Autotransplantation is a well-studied procedure with predictable results.
    • Reported success rates for autotransplantation often exceed 90%, comparable to dental implants.

    Conclusions:

    • Tooth autotransplantation is an effective and often overlooked treatment for tooth loss in young individuals.
    • It offers predictable outcomes and high success rates, serving as a viable alternative to conventional restorations.