Immediate implant placement with guided bone regeneration following dentoalveolar trauma – a case report

Dentoalveolar trauma is a common cause of tooth loss, especially in the anterior region of the maxilla. The restoration of teeth in this area is invariably challenging due to aesthetic considerations. A variety of treatment modalities are available for clinicians to select from. These include tooth-supported solutions, such as fixed (dental bridges) or removable (partial dentures) prosthodontics, as well as implant-supported restorations. Implant dentistry is an evolving field with expanding indications. The case under consideration is that of head trauma, accompanied by injuries to the soft intra- and extraoral tissues, as well as fractures to teeth #11, #12, and #13. The patient underwent a surgical procedure involving the immediate placement of two implants, accompanied by simultaneous guided bone regeneration. A provisional removable partial denture was fabricated. The placement of the implants occurred six months prior to the subsequent extraction of the teeth. The dentition was subsequently restored with an implant-supported metal-ceramic bridge.