Papilla preservation between two implants: a modified socket-shield technique to maintain the scalloped anatomy? A case report

Quintessence Int. 2014 Jan;45(1):23-30. doi: 10.3290/j.qi.a30765.

Abstract

A scalloped anatomy maintained between two adjacent crowns supported by immediate implants is presented in this clinical case. This is a modified concept of the socket-shield technique, which allows preservation of the papilla due in part to preservation of interproximal root fragments. Clinical results at 11 months after implant placement are presented.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Crowns
  • Dental Implants, Single-Tooth*
  • Dental Papilla / injuries*
  • Humans
  • Immediate Dental Implant Loading*
  • Tooth Injuries / prevention & control
  • Tooth Socket / surgery*