title: Periodontal and prosthetic restoration of the anterior maxilla: a case report.
abstract: The authors present a case of prosthetic rehabilitation of the anterior maxilla. A correct esthetic diagnosis and the development of an appropriate treatment plan are key factors in predictable outcomes. Proper performance of different phases of the treatment plan and the use of appropriate materials guarantee esthetic and functional success. In the case presented, an odontophobic patient with a severely compromised dentition received hygiene, endodontic, periodontal, and prosthodontic therapy following a carefully predetermined treatment plan. Osseous resective surgery and careful material selection for restoration of the prosthetic abutments were key factors in the successful results achieved in the case.
authors.affiliation: Clinica Odontoiatrica, Université degli Studi di Pavia, Italy.
authors.forename: Maurizio
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Silvestri
authors.forename: Elvino
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Silvestri
authors.forename: Linnea
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Passaler
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003442:Crowns; D003481:Cuspid / Q000473:pathology; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000628:therapy*; D003764:Dental Materials; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005260:Female; D005893:Gingivoplasty; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor / Q000473:pathology; D008437:Maxilla; D009910:Oral Hygiene; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D011176:Post and Core Technique; D012390:Root Canal Therapy; D013524:Surgical Flaps
chemical_list: D003764:Dental Materials