A case report of residual ridge improvement and fixed prosthesis for esthetic dissatisfaction

Abstract

Patient: The patient was a 43-year-old female who visited our hospital requesting a second opinion for missing anterior maxillary teeth. Tooth extraction due to significant gingival defect, alveolar ridge augmentation and installation of a provisional restoration were performed, followed by later treatment with a fixed prosthesis.

Discussion: A zirconia bridge, which was both esthetically good and biocompatible, was fabricated after confirming function, esthetics and cleanability using the restoration of the residual ridge and provisional restoration. It was considered that a long-term stable prognosis was obtained.

Conclusion: Various problems causing a residual ridge after tooth extraction require an appropriate diagnosis and treatment planning aiming for a clear treatment outcome.