title: Modified Segmental Osteotomy for Relocation of Malpositioned Implant: Case Report.
abstract: Obtaining a good cosmetic and proper mastication in oral rehabilitation with dental implants are directly linked to the correct positioning of the implant in the alveolar bone. The malposition of the implant is a challenge in rehabilitation, which can often compromise the entire process. In cases of severely malpositioned implants, one has the option to remove it or leave it submerged under bone and gums. Another option is the modified segmental osteotomy that aims repositioning osseointegrated implant with the surrounding bone. The objective of this case report is to present a case where an implant was severely malpositioned after surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion, requiring a modified segmental osteotomy technique to reposition it.
authors.affiliation: Staff, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, General University Hospital of the University of Cuiaba - HGU, Cuiaba, MT, Brazil ; Former MSc Student, Department of Post-Graduation, Integrated Dental Sciences Masters Program, University of Cuiaba - UNIC, Cuiaba, MT, Brazil.
authors.forename: André Luis Fernandes
authors.initials: AL
authors.lastname: da Silva
authors.affiliation: Staff, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, General University Hospital of the University of Cuiaba - HGU, Cuiaba, MT, Brazil ; Professor, Department of Post-Graduation, Integrated Dental Sciences Masters Program, University of Cuiaba - UNIC, Cuiaba - MT, Brazil.
authors.forename: Alexandre Meireles
authors.initials: AM
authors.lastname: Borba
authors.affiliation: Professor, Department of Post-Graduation, Dentistry Masters Program, CEUMA University, São Luis - MA, Brazil.
authors.forename: Matheus Coelho
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Bandeca
authors.affiliation: Professor, Department of Post-Graduation, Integrated Dental Sciences Masters Program, University of Cuiaba - UNIC, Cuiaba - MT, Brazil.
authors.forename: Luiz Evaristo Ricci
authors.initials: LE
authors.lastname: Volpato
authors.affiliation: Professor, Department of Post-Graduation, Integrated Dental Sciences Masters Program, University of Cuiaba - UNIC, Cuiaba - MT, Brazil.
authors.forename: Alessandra Nogueira
authors.initials: AN
authors.lastname: Porto
authors.affiliation: Former Resident, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, General University Hospital of the University of Cuiaba - HGU, Cuiaba - MT, Brazil.
authors.forename: Diogo Loureiro
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Freitas
authors.affiliation: Professor, Department of Post-Graduation, Integrated Dental Sciences Masters Program, University of Cuiaba - UNIC, Cuiaba - MT, Brazil.
authors.forename: Alvaro Henrique
authors.initials: AH
authors.lastname: Borges
keywords: Implant relocation; malpositioned implant; segmental osteotomy