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case_images: Preoperative
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case_images: F1
case_images: An infected sinus was present in relation to 21 with pus discharge (Fig. 1).
case_images: Preoperative diagnostic X-ray
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case_images: F2
case_images: Maxillary occlusal view revealed incomplete root formation with 21 and an oval shaped periapical radioluscency about 3 x 2.5 cm with clear-cut borders involving the periapical area and apical one-third of roots of 21 and 22 (Fig. 2).
case_images: Bone defect
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case_images: F3
case_images: Complete loss of buccal cortical plate was observed with 21 (Fig. 3).
case_images: Defect with bone graft
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case_images: F4
case_images: Slight bleeding was induced from the bony cavity and PerioGlas  (Nova bone) ceramic crystals were directly compacted into the bony defect (Fig. 4).
case_images: Postoperative X-ray
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case_images: F5
case_images: Immediate postoperative radiograph revealed satisfactory bone fill in the defect area (Fig. 5).
case_images: Three months postoperative X-ray
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case_images: F6
case_images: Radiograph taken in the 3rd month showed a diffuse radiopaque area and increased calcification surrounding the graft (Fig. 6).
case_images: Six months postoperative X-ray
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case_images: F7
case_images: Radiopacity with foci of pattern progressing from ground glass to spiculed appearance was observed indicating healing calcifying defect at the end of 6 months (Fig. 7). 11 and 23 were tested for vitality using thermal and electric test and both the teeth tested vital during succeeding visits.