The Use of Root Form Implants in Overdenture Treatment for the Atrophic Mandible: A Clinical Report
Four short root form implants were inserted in an atrophic mandible and the case restored with a lower connecting bar and an overdenture, opposing a complete maxillary denture. Root form implants were selected, as opposed to a subperiosteal implant in this case. The patient had a favorable medical history, appeared healthy, did not smoke, drink, or do illicit drugs, and had good bone quality.
Preoperative radiographs. Severe mandibular residual ridge reduction is evident.
Figure 2. Four external hex regular platform Branemark System Shorty implants, 4.1 mm in diameter and 7 mm in length, were placed in the mandible. Figure 3. Oral view of the implant connecting bar. Figure 4. Radiograph of implants with connecting bar.
Figure 5. Tissue and occlusal views of completed mandibular prosthesis. Figure 6. Definitive prostheses have been inserted.
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