title: Forced eruption: biological and clinical considerations.
abstract: The biological width and its importance in the restoration of teeth that have been fractured down to the level of the osseous crest are discussed. Orthodontic principles and clinical considerations in carrying out forced eruption are outlined. A case report demonstrating the practical aspects of treatment is presented.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000539:Alveolar Process / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances; D014078:Tooth Eruption; D014082:Tooth Fractures / Q000628:therapy; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000379:methods*