Title of article :
Tooth auto‑transplantation as an alternative treatment option: A literature review
Author/Authors :
Nimčenko, Tatjana Departments of Maxillofacial Surgery - Lithuanian University of Health Sciences - Kaunas, Lithuania , Omerca, Gražvydas Departments of Maxillofacial Surgery - Lithuanian University of Health Sciences - Kaunas, Lithuania , Varinauskas, Vaidas Departments of Maxillofacial Surgery - Lithuanian University of Health Sciences - Kaunas, Lithuania , Bramanti, Ennio graduate , Signorino, Fabrizio graduate , Cicciù, Marco School of Dentistry - University of Messina School of Dentistry - Messina, Italy
Abstract :
Rapidly evolving implantation and alveolar ridge reconstruction techniques created a new area in
modern dentistry where tooth loss is no longer a problem. Endless variations of implant’s length,
diameter, surface, and design along with autogenous, alogenous, aloplastic, or xenogenous bone
substitutes made it possible to recreate physiological occlusion, esthetic and masticatory function.
However, none of nowadays technologies in implant dentistry have the potential to adapt to a
growth and development changes of a child’s jaw. Therefore, patient’s young age is a restriction for
implantation and a particular challenge for a dentist willing to restore missing tooth. Thus, tooth
auto‑transplantation can be a good choice for treatment. The objective of this review is to underline
the biologic principles required for successful auto‑transplantation of teeth. Limits, indications,
technique, and prognosis will be analyzed.
Keywords :
Autologous , auto‑transplantation , tooth transplantation
Journal title :
Astroparticle Physics
