Tooth Autotransplantation : Case Report
Tooth autotransplantation is the surgical movement of a tooth from one location in the mouth to another in the same individual. The procedure has achieved high success rates and is an excellent option for tooth replacement. The aim of this study was to follow the clinical results in three patients after having an appropriate technique of autotransplantation. The transplanted roots of the first two cases were completely formed while the roots of the other tooth were half developed before entering the study. After 21 to 55 months, favourable outcomes were observed in Case1 and Case 3 showing healing of periodontal ligament without ankylosis. The developing roots in Case3 were found to be completely formed and the tooth responded positively to vitality test, although an obliterated pulp chamber and canals were observed. Tooth ankylosis was demonstrated in Case2 one year following the procedure. This report, however, indicated the survival of tooth autotransplantation by functional results of all transplanted teeth.
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