Adjunctive adult orthodontics – A case report of space regaining for dental implant and novel approach for orthodontic retention


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Article type :

Case Report

Author :

Adithi Rao*, Sumedh R Koderi, Karishma Patil, Rohan S Hattarki, Sreenidhi Ramanujam

Volume :

11

Issue :

1

Abstract :

Adult orthodontics ensures healthy smile and boosts the confidence of older patients. Adjunctive orthodontics is one such treatment strategy which accomplishes functional and aesthetic corrections without obligating a lengthy treatment. Interdisciplinary treatment approach corroborates successful treatment of adult patients. This case report describes space regaining for a crown to be placed on dental implant with an adjacent tipped molar and an innovative method of retention in such cases.

Keyword :

Adult Orthodontics, Adjunctive Orthodontics, Molar uprighting, Orthodontic retention.