[net.med] auto-tooth transplants

phil@amdcad.UUCP (Phil Ngai) (07/26/85)

I seem to have some wisdom teeth coming in which my mouth is really too
small to hold. But they are in good shape, nice and caries-free. I also
have some molars with fillings in them which are servicable but not in
as good condition as my wisdom teeth. Is it possible to take out the old
molars and put the wisdom teeth in their place? What are the risks?

My dentist pooh-poohs the idea but does he know everything? I would really
hate to throw out good teeth if I can replace bad teeth with them.
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