Spontaneous Repositioning of Pathologically Migrated Teeth Following Periodontal Therapy: A Case Report

International Journal of Medical Science

© 2017 by SSRG - IJMS Journal

Volume 4 Issue 5

Year of Publication : 2017

Authors : Sajeev Shrestha and Manisha Neupane

10.14445/23939117/IJMS-V4I5P101

How to Cite?

Sajeev Shrestha and Manisha Neupane, "Spontaneous Repositioning of Pathologically Migrated Teeth Following Periodontal Therapy: A Case Report," SSRG International Journal of Medical Science, vol. 4,  no. 5, pp. 1-3, 2017. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23939117/IJMS-V4I5P101

Abstract:

One of the peculiar traits of moderate and severe periodontitis is pathological tooth migration, which, when occurring in anterior teeth can have an adverse influence on the self-esteem of patients. The etiology of pathological tooth migration is complex and multifactorial. Treatment of pathological migration requires a multidisciplinary approach that involves periodontal, orthodontic, and restorative treatment. But, in certain cases, spontaneous repositioning of the pathologically migrated teeth has been reported following a sole periodontal therapy. The present case report explained the spontaneous repositioning of pathologically migrated tooth with surgical periodontal therapy.

Keywords:

pathologic tooth migration, periodontitis, spontaneous repositioning, surgical periodontal therapy.

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