Face and Jaw Surgery |
Dental Reconstructive Surgery02/03/2004 |
Can bridges and dental fractures be considered reconstructive surgery?
In some instances (i.e.,major facial trauma cases, tumor resections, etc.), in which teeth are lost in conjunction with the facial fractures or removal of the tumor, one can make the case that the crowns and/or bridges are part of the facial reconstruction. However, this does not apply to every case, and the individual circumstances must be carefully evaluated.
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Guillermo E Chacon, DDS Formerly: Associate Professor of Dentistry College of Dentistry The Ohio State University |