autotransplantation of teeth

Autotransplantation for failing and missing anterior teeth.

We must congratulate the journal and the authors for publication of a case report of autotransplantation (Rao J, Fields HW, Chacon GE. Case report: Autotransplantation for a missing permanent maxillary incisor. Pediatr Dent 2008;30:160-6). This is a well established procedure in Europe where premolar transplantation dates back to the 1960s. We find autotransplantation of premolars a very import...

Management of missing maxillary anterior teeth with emphasis on autotransplantation.

Over 40 years ago, Slagsvold and Bjercke developed a method of transplanting teeth with partly formed roots. After transplantation, root growth continues, and the teeth maintain their capacity for functional adaptation. Endodontic treatment is usually not necessary. The 3 main indications for autotransplantation of developing premolars are unevenly distributed multiple agenesis, agenesis of the...

Autotransplantation of teeth with complete root formation: a case series.

INTRODUCTION Autotransplantation is a viable option for treating missing teeth when a donor tooth is available. This retrospective study reports the success rate for the autotransplantation of 19 molars with complete root formation. METHODS The study enrolled 19 patients (11 men and 8 women) in whom 19 molars were transplanted. The mean age was 38.5 years (range, 19-67). The transplanted thir...

A retrospective survey of autotransplantation of teeth in dental clinics Running title: Autotransplantation of teeth in dental clinics Key words: Autotransplantation of teeth, Survival rate, Survival time, Dental clinics, Complete root formation

Author(s) Alternative Yoshino, K; Kariya, N; Namura, D; Noji, I; Mitsuhashi, K; Kimura, H; Fukuda, A; Kikukawa, I; Hayashi, T; Yamazaki, N; Kimura, M; Tsukiyama, K; Yamamoto, K; Fukuyama, A; Hidaka, D; Shinoda, J; Mibu, H; Shimakura, Y; Saito, A; Ikumi, S; Umehara, K; Kamei, F; Fukuda, H; Toake, T; Takahashi, Y; Miyata, Y; Shioji, S; Toyoda, M; Hattori, N; Nishihara, H; Matsushima, R; Nishibori...

Rapid Prototyping as an Adjunct for Autotransplantation of Impacted Teeth in the Esthetic Zone.

Autotransplantation for the Management of Teeth with Severe Alveolar Bone Resorption: A Case Report

Background: In comparison with implant treatment, autotransplantation offers potential benefits associated with the use of natural teeth. The periodontal benefits of autotransplantation include bone regeneration and reestablishment of the alveolar ridge, indicating that the procedure can be effective in regions with severe bone loss. Case Description: A 30-year-old man presented with a chief co...