A failed baby tooth replaced by an implant*

Patient

Age:: 30 - 39
Gender:: Female

Procedure

Profile

**Dr. Matthew Martin**
Dr. Martin
317-576-3600

Procedure Details

This patient was born without a permanent tooth to replace the baby tooth. Over time the roots resorbed and the tooth was loose. A single tooth implant was used to replace the baby tooth.

Before Baby Tooth Before view — Before view

Two films showing the retained baby tooth with the roots resorbed More

Post extraction and implant

Post extraction and implant Healed implant — Healed implant

The area was allowed to heal and an implant was placed More

Delivery of the Crown

Delivery of the Crown After Photo — After Photo

The crown was delivered and the tissue adpated nicely. The crown has an unseen screw holding it in the implant. More

From baby tooth to implant

This patient opted for an implant versus a bridge to replace the failed baby tooth. The teeth on either side of the space were in perfect condition so crowning them to make a bridge was not a good option. After a simple removal of the tooth and 4 weeks healing an implnat was placed. An all porcelain crown completes the treatment.

Location

Indianapolis Location