Fig.2 X-ray shows that the root of the baby canine (B) is broken (black arrowheads) and is short, as compared to the neighboring adult teeth's roots (white arrowheads).

An implant (Fig.5 I) is placed to replace the baby tooth. Now the implant is taller than its neighbors. Return to main article

Xin Wei, DDS, PhD, MS 1st edition 04/04/2012, last revision 09/27/2012