Vol. 11, Issue 1, Part A (2025)

Restoring a child’s smile with groper’s Appliance: A case report

Author(s):

Arunabha Giri, Pratik Kumar Lahiri, Shabnam Zahir, Sudipta Kar, Arunim Mondal and Samanwita Rakshit

Abstract:

Traumatic injuries in children often result in anterior tooth avulsion, posing both aesthetic and functional challenges. This case report highlights the successful use of a Groper’s appliance to restore the smile of an eight-year-old girl following trauma-induced avulsion of the maxillary central incisor and crown fracture. The treatment plan included pulpectomy of carious primary molars, extractions of severely resorbed teeth, and the fabrication of a Groper’s appliance with a U-loop design reinforced by silver solder. The appliance addressed the aesthetic concerns of the patient’s family while ensuring long-term stability and space maintenance. The intervention also involved comprehensive management of concurrent dental issues, emphasizing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in pediatric dentistry. The successful outcome underscores the role of timely and aesthetic restoration in improving the psychological well-being of pediatric patients and their families.

Pages: 34-37  |  132 Views  49 Downloads

How to cite this article:
Arunabha Giri, Pratik Kumar Lahiri, Shabnam Zahir, Sudipta Kar, Arunim Mondal and Samanwita Rakshit. Restoring a child’s smile with groper’s Appliance: A case report. Int. J. Appl. Dent. Sci. 2025;11(1):34-37. DOI: 10.22271/oral.2025.v11.i1a.2099