# Using Young Tongue-Holding Forceps for Third Molar Autotransplantation as a New Method for Tooth Handling: A Case Report with a 1-Year Follow-Up: -

## TL;DR

A new method using Young Tongue-Holding Forceps for tooth autotransplantation is introduced, showing successful healing after one year.

## Contribution

Using Young Tongue-Holding Forceps for extraoral tooth handling in autotransplantation is a novel approach to preserve periodontal ligament viability.

## Key findings

- The transplanted tooth showed optimal healing and tissue maturation after 12 months.
- Using the forceps may reduce damage to the periodontal ligament during procedures.
- The method could be adapted for different types of teeth in future dental practices.

## Abstract

For the first time in autotransplantation literature, all extraoral procedures on
the donor tooth
were carried out while holding it by a Young Tongue Holding Forceps, potentially
reducing
damage to the PDL and enhancing the handling of the tooth. In this case report,
we present the
autotransplantation of a mandibular third molar into the socket of the adjacent
second molar
in an 18-year-old patient. The clinical and radiographic evaluation revealed
severe pain and a
periapical lesion from the previous root canal treatment. The surgical and
endodontic steps were
carried out with a focus on maintaining the viability of periodontal ligament
cells, which would
improve the overall prognosis of the transplantation. The donor tooth was
secured in the ideal
position using sutures for two weeks. The transplanted tooth was followed up for
12 months
postoperatively, showing optimal healing and maturation of periodontal and
periapical tissues.
It seems that Young Tongue Forceps could be used in other dental practices that
involve ex vivo
or extraoral procedures on a tooth. Furthermore, the forceps could be modified
and manufactured to accommodate every type of tooth.