How to restore lower complete edentulism with implant-supported overdentures: an evidence-based clinical management

This clinical report demonstrates how a two-implant mandibular implant-supported overdenture is planned and executed. The following steps feature the dual scan technique as part of implant planning and a radiographic-turned-surgical stent to guide a freehand, two-stage surgical placement of two impl...

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Published in:BRITISH DENTAL JOURNAL
Main Authors: Ong, Joshua Ee Xin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SPRINGERNATURE 2024
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Online Access:https://www-webofscience-com.uitm.idm.oclc.org/wos/woscc/full-recordWOS:001365046000006
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Summary:This clinical report demonstrates how a two-implant mandibular implant-supported overdenture is planned and executed. The following steps feature the dual scan technique as part of implant planning and a radiographic-turned-surgical stent to guide a freehand, two-stage surgical placement of two implant fixtures on the bilateral canine positions of the mandibular arch. A non-splinted, two-implant mandibular implant-supported overdenture is a practical and cost-effective treatment solution for lower edentulism.It is important for clinicians to understand the prosthetic complications of commonly used attachment systems, as well as their maintenance needs.The main prosthetic complication of ball abutments is denture-base fractures, while frequent maintenance visits due to wear of the retentive nylon inserts are the key prosthetic complications of locator abutments.
ISSN:0007-0610
1476-5373
DOI:10.1038/s41415-024-7842-5