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Implant Treatment to Replace Over-Retained Deciduous Maxillary Canines

A multi-procedural approach is used to correct defect, restore function, and improve esthetics.

  • By

  • Fred A. Puccio

  • ROBERT J DEFALCO

  • AMY PARSOL

  • Gregori M. Kurtzman, DDS

  • January 1, 2026

  • 18 min

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    Implant treatment for over-retained deciduous maxillary canines presents clinical challenges, particularly in achieving ideal esthetics.

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    Maxillary canine agenesis prevalence is higher in the Chinese population, reported at 0.69%, complicating implant placement.

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    Grafting techniques, such as block grafting and particulate grafting, are essential for successful implant placement and ridge augmentation.

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    Allogeneic grafting is preferred over autogenous grafting due to reduced patient discomfort and no need for a second surgical site.

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    A case study of a 31-year-old Asian female illustrates a multi-procedural approach involving orthodontics, extraction, and implant placement.

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Implant Treatment to Replace Over-Retained Deciduous Maxillary Canines

  • by Fred A. Puccio, ROBERT J DEFALCO, AMY PARSOL, Gregori M. Kurtzman, DDS

  • January 1, 2026

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