Management of a Failing Implant Using Guided Bone Regeneration and Esthetic Crown Lengthening in the Esthetic Zone; A Case Report

Authors

Bassam M. Kinaia DDS, MS, DICOI, University of Detroit Mercy School of DentistryFollow
Mirranda Kinaia BS, Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental MedicineFollow
Roksolana Gala DDS, MS, University of Detroit Mercy School of DentistryFollow
Ashleigh Turows DDS, MS, University of Detroit Mercy School of DentistryFollow
Anthony L. Neely DDS, MDentSc, PhD, University of Detroit Mercy School of DentistryFollow

Abstract

A 34-year-old female presented with a failing implant in the esthetic zone. The implant was removed, and the site was reconstructed with guided bone regeneration and a pedicle connective tissue graft. Esthetic crown lengthening was performed on the adjacent teeth to create a harmonious gingival symmetry. Full ceramic crowns were placed on all teeth, including an implant-supported fixed partial denture. Follow-ups at 3, 6, and 12 months showed proper healing with healthy soft tissues and correct bilateral gingival symmetry. The pink and white esthetic scores improved from 8.7 pre-operatively to 19.2 post-final restorations. The patient was pleased with the esthetic outcome.

Recommended Citation

Kinaia, Bassam M. DDS, MS, DICOI; Kinaia, Mirranda BS; Gala, Roksolana DDS, MS; Turows, Ashleigh DDS, MS; and Neely, Anthony L. DDS, MDentSc, PhD (2023) "Management of a Failing Implant Using Guided Bone Regeneration and Esthetic Crown Lengthening in the Esthetic Zone; A Case Report," The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 105: No. 10, Article 5.
Available at: https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol105/iss10/5