While damaged or infected teeth can often be treated, there are situations where extraction and replacement are necessary. This is especially true if you have deep decay, advanced localized gum disease, traumatic injuries, or root damage.
When it comes to replacing a missing tooth or several teeth, some different options are available, these include the following:
But our favorite approach to solve this issue is an efficient and safe solution, which uses your own tooth as a “natural” dental implant, known as “autotransplantation.”
Tooth transplant or autotransplantation of teeth involves the removal of a tooth from one area of your mouth and relocating it to the site of the missing tooth, functioning as a natural implant. It can be performed with various teeth throughout the mouth, depending on your specific case.
With a success rate of approximately 90 percent, it stands as a viable alternative to traditional dental implants.
Research indicates that the most favorable outcomes in autotransplantation occur when the patient is around 17 years old. At this age, the wisdom tooth’s roots are typically two-thirds formed, reducing the need for root canal therapy following transplantation.
For individuals aged 21 and older, where the wisdom tooth is fully formed, root canal therapy may be required approximately a month after the procedure.
Let Pannu Dental Group guide you through the possibilities of tooth transplantation, ensuring you regain both function and aesthetics in your smile.
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To serve patients across Silicon Valley and beyond, Pannu Dental Group operates clinics in:
San Jose (Jackson Avenue)
Fremont
Cupertino
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