cosmetic dentistry_ beauty & science International

20 I I industry report _ single-tooth implants _Single-tooth implants in the anterior re- gion permit not only functional reconstruction at the highest level, but also reconstruction for aesthetic reasons. However, when providing cos- metically attractive treatment, a large number of parameters need to be taken into account, and experience and knowledge of physiological pro- cesses are essential. The following article will de- scribe the implant-supported reconstruction of an anterior tooth lost as the result of an accident. After extraction of the fractured root, we per- formed a reconstruction of the soft tissue to act as a basis for a harmonious reconstruction of red–white aesthetics. This was performed at the same time as implant placement via bone aug- mentation and connective tissue transplant. The surgical measures applied allowed optimisation of the hard and soft tissue and, using a gingiva former, the shape of the gingiva could be adapted to the neighbouring teeth. Delivery of a ceramic cosmeticdentistry 3_2011 Fig. 1_Initial clinical situation with fractured tooth 21. Fig. 2_Corresponding X-ray with conservable root remains. Fig. 3_After atraumatic extraction the alveolar cavity is closed with a free gingival graft. Fig. 4_The ovate pontic pre-forms the soft tissue. Single-tooth implants in the aesthetic zone— Challenge and opportunity Author_ Dr Ata Anil, Turkey Fig. 4Fig. 3 Fig. 1 Fig. 2