title: Orthodontic realignment of a tipped molar abutment using a cast metal removable partial denture.
abstract: A combined orthodontic/prosthodontic technique for the treatment of tipped abutment molars is described. The technique uses a cast metal removable partial denture with an uprighting wire and coil spring engaging an orthodontic tube bonded onto the tipped abutment. When the molar has been uprighted to the desired position, a clasp assembly is added to the prosthesis.
authors.affiliation: Department of Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong.
authors.forename: P J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Davis
authors.forename: M D
authors.initials: MD
authors.lastname: Murray
mesh_terms: D000044:Dental Abutments; D003832:Denture, Partial, Removable; D006801:Humans; D008963:Molar / Q000503:physiopathology*; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation*