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| Year : 2020 | Volume
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Orthodontic extrusion using a cast post for implant site enhancement
Bhavya Amin, Kennedy Mascarenhas, Meena Aras
Department of Prosthodontics, Goa Dental College and Hospital, Panaji, Goa, India
Correspondence Address:
Dr. Bhavya Amin
Lydia Gardens, 1-T-1, ST. Inez, Panaji - 403 001, Goa
India
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DOI: 10.4103/jid.jid_64_19
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Orthodontic extrusion of a nonrestorable tooth prior to its extraction can help in preserving or remodeling the hard and soft tissues to enable predictable implant placement and a favorable treatment outcome. This case report describes the use of a modified cast post for orthodontic extrusion followed by extraction and immediate implant placement.
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