DOI: 10.11607/prd.6498Pages 1-16, Language: EnglishChang, Hung-Ming / Ko, Hui-Hsin / Chi, Chih-Wen / Deng, Yi-Ting / Lin, I-Ping / Chen, Szu-Han
Autotransplantation has been proven as a viable method of reconstructing missing teeth. During preparation of the recipient site, the location of bone reduction depends largely on the experience of the surgeon. Inappropriate overpreparation can cause biologic and esthetic complications such as buccal or lingual bone resorption. The aim of this paper is to provide an innovative method to aid clinicians in precisely preparing a recipient site with the assistance of medical image processing software and a real-time navigation system. This case report presents the autotransplantation of a mandibular molar using this technique with good short-term (6 months) clinical outcomes, including radiographic bone fill, normal probing pocket depth, physiologic tooth mobility, acceptable gingival level, and satisfactory restoration.
