Implant Placement Through Impacted Teeth: A Report of Two Clinical Cases

Impacted teeth are frequently discovered in areas that seem edentulous. Traditionally, treatment involves extracting the impacted tooth to allow for implant placement. However, a newer approach can be taken, which involves placing the implant directly through the impacted tooth. This can reduce treatment time and lessen the physical and mental strain of extraction. This report discusses two cases where patients presented with missing teeth and impacted canines were identified through radiographic analysis. After discussing various treatment options, implants were placed through the impacted teeth. The results revealed that both patients were satisfied with the final prostheses. Thus, implant placement through impacted teeth presents a viable alternative to the conventional method of extraction followed by rehabilitation before implant placement. However, further research is needed to evaluate this treatment approach thoroughly.