Implant replacement of congenitally missing lateral incisor: a case report.

Abstract

The therapeutic goal of reconstruction dentistry is to provide our patients with a dentition that is in harmony with the patient's musculature and temporomandibular joints. Malocclusion can contribute to both muscular and joint dysfunction. This case report demonstrates the reconstruction of a malocclusion caused by a congenitally missing lateral incisor utilizing a combination of orthodontic treatment and a dental implant to replace the congenitally missing tooth.

• Authors: William E DeDominicis
• Journal: The Journal of oral implantology (J Oral Implantol) Vol. 28 Issue 6 Pg. 279-82 ( 2002) ISSN: 0160-6972 [Print] United States
• PMID: 12498536 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adult
• Anodontia (rehabilitation)
• Crowns
• Dental Abutments
• Dental Implants, Single-Tooth
• Female
• Follow-Up Studies
• Humans
• Incisor (abnormalities)
• Malocclusion, Angle Class III (therapy)
• Occlusal Splints
• Orthodontics, Corrective
• Pterygoid Muscles (physiopathology)
• Range of Motion, Articular
• Spasm (therapy)
• Temporomandibular Joint (physiology)
• Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (therapy)