* Dept. of Orthodontics, K.G.F College of Dental Sciences, Karnataka
** Dept. of Prosthodontics, New Horizon Dental College, Bilaspur, (C.G.)
Online published on 25 June, 2012.
Tooth ankylosis is a condition, which may lead to an occlusal abnormality. The ankylosis of a tooth is one of the most difficult clinical problems that any clinician and the orthodontist faces. In the literature, the treatment protocols for ankylosed teeth are still insufficient and questionable when considering gingival esthetics and conservation of bone health. The purpose of this article is to present a protocol to assist in the proper diagnosis and treatment of ankylosed teeth.
Tooth ankylosis, Infraocclusion, Secondary retention, Submersion
