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Mandibular Molar Rehabilitation Using Orthodontic Extrusion Associated with Odontoplasty |
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| Authors: | João Batista Cesar‐Neto PhD Josué Martos PhD Luciano Artifon DDS Luiz Fernando Machado Silveira PhD Douver Michelon DDS PhD Alexandre Severo Masotti PhD José Carlos Maciel Silva MS |
| Institution: | 1. Department of Stomatology, University of S?o Paulo, S?o Paulo, Brazil;2. Department of Semiology and Clinics, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil;3. Department of Social and Preventive Odontology, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil;4. Department of Restorative Dentistry, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil |
| Abstract: | The aim of this clinical report is to describe the successful treatment of a mandibular first molar presenting an extensive fracture at the buccal aspect in a young patient. The extension of the fracture was a negative prognostic factor for tooth maintenance. An alternative clinical treatment was proposed since the patient was young and presented with good oral hygiene and periodontal health. The treatment was based on orthodontic forced eruption associated with odontoplasty. A 3‐year follow‐up after the surgical procedure demonstrated the maintenance of periodontal health and good plaque control. It can be concluded that orthodontic forced eruption associated with odontoplasty promoted favorable conditions for prosthetic rehabilitation and is a feasible procedure in the treatment of tooth fracture extended below the cementoenamel junction. |
| Keywords: | Dental fracture forced eruption odontoplasty |