Rehabilitation using milled-bar with attachment maxilla overdenture in a patient with peri-implantitis fixed prosthesis: A case report

Author: Joon-Myung LEE ¹ ; So-Yeun KIM ; Du-Hyeong LEE ; Kyu-Bok LEE ; Cheong-Hee LEE
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1. Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Kyungpook National University Dental Hospital, Daegu, Republic of Korea
Publication Type:CASE REPORT
From:The Journal of Korean Academy of Prosthodontics 2024;62(2):123-130
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:EN
Abstract: There are various methods for restoring the dentition of completely edentulous patients. Removable complete dentures have the advantage of being relatively economical, but they can be uncomfortable to wear. With the introduction of implant prosthodontics, various options such as implant-supported overdentures and hybrid prostheses have become available. If there is inadequate remaining ridge or limited financial resources, an overdenture supported by a few implants with additional attachments may be more suitable. In this case, due to severe peri-implantitis and other complications, the implants were removed. Subsequently, four implants (two on each side) were placed in the maxilla and a milledbar with attachment was fabricated for each side of the maxilla.