CATEGORY AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST 45 CLINICAL contour loss (Fig 12) and bone loss were achieved. The implants were then restored with screw-retained titanium abutments and zirconium crowns (Fig 13 and 14). At the one-year follow-up, no signs of infection, complication, or re-exposure of either implant were noted. Radiographic investigation (Fig 15a, 15b) demonstrated of recession, and a pleasing, aesthetic treatment outcome was maintained. CONCLUSION The socket-shield technique offers an exciting solution to the difficulties encountered in managing post-extraction tissues, ridge preservation, and site development. This case report demonstrates its diversity of application and also confirms that a SHORT socket-shield preparation in combination with immediate implant placement can maintain the natural appearance of the buccal contour of the implant site as well as the aesthetics. The term ‘SHORT’ socket-shield in this case report was used to describe the 5mm length of a crescent-shaped buccal root fragment that was maintained and prepared prior to the implant osteotomy. u For a full list of references email: gapmagazines@gmail.com Contact: Dr. Ahmed Keshkool Implantologist Faculty, Bites Institute Clinic Name: Mirage Dental Address: 1816 33 Street SE Calgary, AB T2B 0T4 Canada Email: drahmedhh@gmail.com Fig 12. Look at the ZERO Tissue contour loss Fig 13. Palatal screw access Fig 14. Final outcome the maintenance of the interproximal bone peak between the implants, while CBCT scans demonstrated a bulk of tissue facial to both implants. The soft tissues facial to the implants remained healthy and free Fig 15a. Tooth #11 after one year socket shield Fig 15b. Tooth #12 after one year socket shield
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