Abstract
Aims of the Study: To show the possibility of replacement of
malposed upper lateral incisor by implant supported ceramic
crown without raising a flap after extracting the tooth Materials
and methods: An Implant of Xive type made by Dentsply –
Friadent of diameter 3.4 and length 13 mm was implanted
immediately after extraction of the malposed upper lateral
incisor of a woman of 44 years old through the socket without
raising a flap .A removable upper single tooth partial denture
was inserted immediately after implant insertion. After 3 months
period exposure of the implant was done and a gingival former
was fixed for 2weeks period after which an impression by elastic
material was done after fixing transfer coping on the implant. A
cast was made and a ceramic crown was made on the implant
with proper shape and color and position which is fixed on the
implant in the patient mouth. Results:The ceramic crown which
is supported by the implant gave a better aesthetic result than the
malposed natural lateral incisor regarding shape and position in
relation to the adjacent teeth. Conclusions: Malposed upper
anterior tooth could be replaced by implant supported ceramic
crown successfully with out raising a flap giving better aesthetic
value than before.
