Publications by authors named "Seung Kee Choi"

Implant failures have been associated with a diversity of etiologic processes, predominately arising from bone loss (peri-implantitis) due to inadequate maintenance of oral hygiene or excess luting agents. The aim of this article is to report a novel case of the apparent failure of a dental implant to undergo osseointegration in the presence of submerged pencil graphite. Practitioners are advised to carefully evaluate the clinical and radiographic site of a proposed implant for occult foreign substances.

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Background: The healing period from crown lengthening procedures (CLPs) often delays the final crown delivery. This study aimed to explore the feasibility of a new approach expediting the delivery of the final crowns for teeth requiring CLPs.

Methods: Teeth requiring CLPs and single-crown restorations between the canine and the second molar were included.

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The use of dental implants in pediatric patients may create unique complications. A 38-year-old patient presented with a mobile, cement-retained implant crown due to an abutment screw loosening. The maxillary right central incisor implant was placed when the patient was 10 years old.

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This study aimed to access the knowledge in diagnosing dental infections and the practice in treatment planning for the affected teeth among dental practitioners (DPs) and senior (final-year) students. A survey questionnaire containing two cases (Case A; periodontal abscess and Case B; periapical abscess) with four questions per case was delivered to potential participants. Fifty-nine DPs voluntarily participated in the survey.

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Background: In this study, an association between a computerized risk calculator and microbiologic testing is examined in patients with periodontitis.

Methods: Seventy-four patients with moderate and severe periodontitis were selected from patients receiving treatment at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Their periodontal risk was analyzed with a periodontitis risk assessment tool, and microbiologic testing was performed.

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