Crown lengthening with removable orthodontics: a combined approach for ideal esthetics.
Cases in which a single tooth is in need of crown lengthening while remaining esthetically pleasing represent a unique challenge. A case is presented here in which crown lengthening in a challenging esthetic situation on a canine was achieved through forced eruption with a removable orthodontic appliance. The case was considered a success by both the clinician and the patient. Fabrication of the acrylic stent is a simple procedure that can be completed chairside, and the patient's acceptance of the appliance as well as the overall cost and time invested made this a very convenient alternative. The report emphasizes the general dentist's complete control over each treatment sequence.
Section of Periodontics, Department of Applied Dental Medicine, Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in Alton, IL, USA.
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Reyes
Sarah
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Barrow
Dwight E
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McLeod
D000180:Acrylic Resins; D016556:Crown Lengthening / Q000379:methods*; D003442:Crowns; D003481:Cuspid; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009968:Orthodontic Appliances, Removable; D050793:Orthodontic Extrusion / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods*; D010516:Periodontal Splints; D018915:Root Canal Preparation / Q000009:adverse effects; D018677:Tooth Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D014092:Tooth Root / Q000293:injuries
D000180:Acrylic Resins