MINIMALLY INVASIVE FULL MOUTH REHABILITATION OF SEVERE HYPODONTIA. A CASE REPORT

Authors: Mohammad ZARBAH

Abstract:

Introduction. Hypodontia or congenital absence of teeth is one of the most common dental anomalies. Patients with severe hypodontia may have functional, psychological, and aesthetic problems. Therefore, such patients usually face many challenges in terms of treatment planning, appropriate types and timing of interventions, and lifelong maintenance. Decision-making regarding restorative rehabilitation options in such cases is difficult and depends on many factors. Nevertheless, conservative dental treatment strategy is crucial to ensure predictable outcomes. Case summary.Since the main aims for a successful restorative management of patients with severe hypodontia are to preserve the remaining teeth and to restore dental aesthetics and function, the minimally invasive approach was used to address their concerns. After completion of the orthodontic treatment, full mouth rehabilitation was carried out using different conservative restorative options, such as composite restorations, resin-bonded bridges, and implant-supported indirect restorations. Although some invasive treatment modalities are generally possible in such cases, multidisciplinary minimally invasive management of this case was sufficient to achieve the planned goals, and the patient was satisfied. However, lifelong maintenance plays a key role for the success of implants. Conclusions. Minimally invasive full mouth rehabilitation of severe hypodontia can achieve a high level of patients’ satisfaction and also significantly improve their quality of life, with less comprehensive interventions.

Keywords:
  • anodontia
  • dental restoration repair
  • dentistry
  • minimally invasive surgical procedures
  • rehabilitation