Juraj Marton, Radovan Žižka, Rami Dabdoub, Zdeněk Pokorný
{"title":"Semi-Immediate Autotransplantation of a Maxillary Third Molar With Unfavorable Root Anatomy: A Case Report.","authors":"Juraj Marton, Radovan Žižka, Rami Dabdoub, Zdeněk Pokorný","doi":"10.1155/crid/6655016","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/6655016","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Tooth autotransplantation is a procedure in which a donor tooth is transplanted within the same patient's jaw to replace a missing tooth. Donor tooth root morphology and periodontal ligament integrity are key factors influencing success. We report a semi-immediate autotransplantation of a maxillary third molar with a 90° divergent root into a site previously affected by a periapical abscess. After the extraction of the compromised tooth (#15) and removal of the interradicular septum, the site was left to heal to allow soft tissue closure and infection resolution. During this period, CBCT imaging and a 3D-printed donor tooth replica (CARP model) were used to plan the procedure, including the intended root amputation. Two weeks later, autotransplantation was performed. The recipient site only required soft tissue and granulation tissue management, with no additional bone preparation, allowing for a minimally traumatic approach. The donor tooth was transplanted with an extraoral time of under 6 min. At the 18-month follow-up, the tooth remained functional, asymptomatic, and radiographically stable. This case highlights the feasibility of delayed autotransplantation following infection and the clinical value of combining imaging with prototyping in surgical planning-particularly when dealing with donor teeth with unfavorable root anatomy.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"6655016"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12253988/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144627399","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Rare Case Report of a Large Dentigerous Cyst in the Maxillary Sinus Associated With an Ectopic Maxillary Third Molar.","authors":"Marika Ramishvili, Leila Atskvereli, Giorgi Menabde, Marika Zurmukhtashvili, Sopio Samkharadze, Giorgi Dugashvili, Luc Marks","doi":"10.1155/crid/2436615","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/2436615","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Ectopic eruption of permanent molars is an uncommon developmental anomaly characterized by abnormal tooth positioning, which can lead to significant complications. In rare instances, ectopic molars may be associated with dentigerous cysts, particularly within the maxillary sinus, posing challenges for diagnosis and management. This report discusses a rare case of a 58-year-old male who presented with chronic right maxillary sinusitis, intermittent facial pain, and purulent nasal and oral discharge. Radiological evaluation, including cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), revealed a completely opacified right maxillary sinus containing an ectopic maxillary molar. Additionally, a large cystic lesion consistent with a dentigerous cyst was found, occupying the entire sinus cavity. Surgical management was performed using the Caldwell-Luc approach under general anesthesia. This involved creating a bone window in the anterior maxillary wall to facilitate the removal of the ectopic tooth and the associated cystic lesion. Histopathological examination confirmed the presence of a dentigerous cyst exhibiting chronic inflammatory infiltration and fibrosis. Ectopic molars in the maxillary sinus are often asymptomatic but can present with recurrent sinusitis, pain, and oroantral communication. The existence of a large dentigerous cyst heightens the risk of complications and may obscure radiological interpretation due to sinus opacification. This case highlights the necessity of comprehensive imaging and early surgical intervention to prevent long-term complications. Awareness of such rare conditions can help clinicians in prompt diagnosis and appropriate management, ultimately preserving sinus function and minimizing further issues.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"2436615"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12245510/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144609949","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Management of Impacted Premolar With Root Dilaceration Caused by Radicular Cyst in Deciduous Molar: A Case Report.","authors":"Shuhao Xu, Xiaolong Li, Yu Zhang, Wei Li","doi":"10.1155/crid/8219795","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/8219795","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Radicular cyst is the most common inflammatory odontogenic cyst in the oral cavity, but it rarely occurs in deciduous teeth. Radicular cysts in deciduous teeth can lead to root dilaceration in permanent successor teeth, resulting in impacted permanent teeth. We presented an 11-year-old boy who underwent decompression and drainage of a radicular cyst in deciduous tooth, followed by early orthodontic traction of permanent successor tooth with root dilaceration. The cyst healed successfully, and the impacted premolar was gradually aligned into the dental arch with favorable root development This case demonstrates that timely decompression of radicular cysts in deciduous teeth can effectively protect the successor permanent teeth. Meanwhile, for cases where permanent tooth impaction with root dilaceration has already occurred, timely orthodontic traction can move the root from the bone cortex into the cancellous bone to obtain growth space.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"8219795"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12226161/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144561478","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Eighteen-Year Follow-Up of Bone Sculpting Using the 3A-2B Biological Rule for Immediate and Late Implant Placement With Immediate Loading in Maxillary Fixed Prostheses: A Clinical Report.","authors":"Fernando Rojas-Vizcaya","doi":"10.1155/crid/6660284","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/6660284","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Partial edentulism requiring maxillary rehabilitation with dental implants, whether using segmented or splinted fixed prostheses, often involves three-dimensional tooth position planning. This planning can lead to crown margins that either contact or encroach upon the remaining alveolar bone, a consequence of previous supraeruption. Supraeruption is associated with periodontal growth, where the periodontal ligament and bone develop concurrently with the erupting tooth. For successful outcomes in such cases, it is crucial to perform bone recontouring before implant placement, creating adequate space for the biological width, which is essential for achieving a segmented, implant-supported, fixed prosthesis. In the patient described in this case report, who received eight implants and four fixed partial prostheses, peri-implantitis required the removal of a posterior implant after 18 years of prosthesis use, necessitating retreatment in the corresponding quadrant. Notably, interproximal contacts between the prostheses had opened, likely due to continued craniofacial growth and bone remodeling, although this did not affect the patient's functionality. The recontoured bone and soft tissues maintained their position, preserving both the interproximal papillae and gingival contour in the esthetic zone.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"6660284"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12221550/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144555238","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Use of the Surgical Guide for Placing Miniscrew in Treatment of Class II Subdivision: A Case Report With 2-Year Follow-Up.","authors":"Wenyong Liang","doi":"10.1155/crid/3082753","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/3082753","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Treatment of Class II subdivision can present a challenge for the clinician because of its asymmetry and possible midline deviation. This case report documents the use of a computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) surgical guide for miniscrew placement in a Class II subdivision treatment. <b>Case Presentation:</b> A 17-year and 1-month-old female presented with a skeletal Class I relationship, but mild mandibular skeletal and dental midline shift to the right relative to the facial midline. A full-step Class II molar relationship on the right side and slight Class III molar relationship on the left side and a 4.0 mm deficiency of space in the maxillary were noticed. Using CAD/CAM technology, a surgical guide was designed virtually and 3D printed for predrilling. With the surgical guide, one ø1.3 mm twist drill was chosen to prepare a 4-5 mm deep hole in the alveolar process distobuccal to the maxillary right second premolar. A <i>ø</i>1.4 <i>mm</i> × 8.0 <i>mm</i> miniscrew was inserted into the prepared hole. With this miniscrew, the unilateral Class II relationship was corrected successfully by distalization of the unilateral maxillary dentition on the Class II side after 13 months of treatment. <b>Conclusion:</b> Application of CAD/CAM surgical guide is very helpful for placement of the miniscrew. Class II subdivision may be treated by distalizing unilateral maxillary dentition on the Class II side using the miniscrew.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"3082753"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12213053/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144545462","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
J A Costa, M B Alvarez, L Monteiro, P Rompante, F Salazar, M Relvas, M I Câmara
{"title":"Effectiveness of Photobiostimulation and Ablation With Diode Laser in Oral Squamous Papilloma: A Case Report.","authors":"J A Costa, M B Alvarez, L Monteiro, P Rompante, F Salazar, M Relvas, M I Câmara","doi":"10.1155/crid/6293919","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/6293919","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study evaluates the therapeutic effectiveness of diode laser and photobiostimulation (PBS) in the treatment of an oral squamous papilloma in the lingual mucosa in a 69-year-old male. The patient was subjected to complete hematological examination, and all parameters were within normal limits. The kind of damage, accessibility, aesthetics, and possibility of bleeding all played a role in the choice of therapy. The lesion was totally excised using the diode laser, and PBS was applied to contribute to healing and reduction of bleeding and inflammation. The patient had no pain throughout this process, which was shown to be a fast and efficient method of therapy. After 30 days, the lesion was fully healed, and 1 year of follow-up has been completed positively with no recurrences. In conclusion, PBS promoted rapid healing and diode laser is an alternative in these types of oral lesions and a good substitute for traditional surgery.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"6293919"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12206567/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144530333","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
James R Collins, Nathalia Vilela, Claudio M Pannuti
{"title":"Long-Term Benefits of Periodontal Regeneration in Severely Compromised Teeth: A Retrospective Case Series.","authors":"James R Collins, Nathalia Vilela, Claudio M Pannuti","doi":"10.1155/crid/6925321","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/6925321","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Periodontal regeneration (PR) could represent a viable treatment alternative for severely compromised teeth. This case series presents the long-term benefits of PR with up to 13 years of follow-up. A total of six teeth in five patients were treated for intrabony defects using PR. The treatment involved the elevation of a mucoperiosteal flap, root instrumentation, and filling the bony defect with bone substitutes. Following PR, a significant reduction in probing depth (PD) was observed (mean 9.5 ± 1.87 mm; <i>p</i> = 0.03) along with a statistically significant gain in clinical attachment level (CAL) (mean 8.33 ± 1.03 mm; <i>p</i> = 0.03). Radiographic bone defect fill at the defect site was also verified (mean 9.67 ± 2.25 mm; <i>p</i> = 0.03). This case series demonstrated that PR led to reduced PD with minimal gingival recession, gain in CAL, and bone fill at defect sites, even in complex periodontal defects extending to the apical portion of the root, over a follow-up period of up to 13 years, indicating it as an effective and predictable treatment alternative.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"6925321"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12185179/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144477272","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Coronoidectomy for Alleviating Restricted Mouth Opening in Masticatory Muscle Tendon-Aponeurosis Hyperplasia: Integration With Genetic Mutation Analysis.","authors":"Hongrong Zhang, Weihong Wang, Liang Wen","doi":"10.1155/crid/5591642","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/5591642","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Masticatory muscle tendon-aponeurosis hyperplasia (MMTAH) is often misdiagnosed as temporomandibular joint disorders, hypertrophic masticatory muscles, or congenital maxillomandibular dysplasia due to overlapping clinical manifestations. This case study is aimed at elucidating a novel genetic association in MMTAH by reporting a patient with pathognomonic features, including chronic limited mouth opening, bilateral coronoid process elongation, tendon hyperplasia in the masseter and temporalis muscles, and concomitant fatty degeneration. Crucially, whole-exome sequencing of peripheral blood identified a heterozygous SYNE1 missense mutation (NM_182961.4:c.26359A>G, p.Met8787Val) in the proband. This variant, located in Exon 146 (Chr6:152122471), is an unreported variant at this locus and predicted pathogenic by in silico tools, suggesting its potential role in MMTAH pathogenesis. The study highlights the importance of genetic screening in atypical presentations to refine diagnosis and understand disease etiology.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"5591642"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12181652/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144477271","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Optimizing Cosmetic Results in Dental Fluorosis: A Case Report of Bleaching and Microabrasion Techniques.","authors":"Priyanka Bhojwani, Anuja Ikhar, Aditya Patel, Manoj Chandak, Shweta Sedani, Jay Bhoptakar, Khyati Manik, Bhuvaneshwari Khanadali","doi":"10.1155/crid/9972925","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/9972925","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Dental discoloration, particularly due to fluorosis, presents a significant aesthetic challenge for many patients. This article explores the combined use of dental bleaching and enamel microabrasion as effective treatments for managing fluorosis-induced discoloration. Dental bleaching, a widely used method for lightening extrinsic and intrinsic stains, has shown promising results in improving the overall appearance of discolored teeth. Enamel microabrasion, which involves the mechanical removal of superficial enamel stains, can enhance the effectiveness of bleaching by addressing more severe or resistant discoloration. The article reviews the mechanisms of these treatments, their clinical indications, and their outcomes in patients with varying degrees of dental fluorosis. Additionally, potential side effects, such as tooth sensitivity and enamel damage, are discussed, emphasizing strategies to minimize these risks. By combining these methods, clinicians can offer more comprehensive, individualized care for patients seeking cosmetic improvements for fluorotic teeth, with attention to both aesthetic outcomes and long-term dental health.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"9972925"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12178729/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144334080","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kaique Alberto Preto, Gabriela Lopes-Santos, Cléverson Teixeira Soares, Ana Paula Moura Martins Delazari, Denise Tostes Oliveira
{"title":"Palisaded Encapsulated (Solitary Circumscribed) Neuroma Affecting the Lip Aesthetics: Case Report and Literature Review.","authors":"Kaique Alberto Preto, Gabriela Lopes-Santos, Cléverson Teixeira Soares, Ana Paula Moura Martins Delazari, Denise Tostes Oliveira","doi":"10.1155/crid/9705734","DOIUrl":"10.1155/crid/9705734","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Palisaded encapsulated (solitary circumscribed) neuroma (PEN) is a benign nerve sheath tumor, considered a reactive rather than a neoplastic lesion, predominantly found in the head and neck skin and oral mucosa. In the lip regions, less than 20 cases of PEN have been reported, and the differential diagnosis is a challenge. We present a 40-year-old male with a long-standing asymptomatic nodule on the lower lip, causing significant aesthetic discomfort, and a literature review of this tumor in the lips. After surgical excision, the histopathological analysis associated with immunohistochemical markers was essential for establishing the PEN diagnosis in the lower lip. Although rare, the PEN in the lip region can cause significant patient aesthetic discomfort, and histopathological analysis is crucial to distinguish this benign neural tumor from other long-standing lesions in the vermillion of the lips.</p>","PeriodicalId":46841,"journal":{"name":"Case Reports in Dentistry","volume":"2025 ","pages":"9705734"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12178730/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144334081","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}