The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics  2017;9(1):74-76

doi:10.4047/jap.2017.9.1.74

Use of polyaryletherketone (PAEK) based polymer for implant-supported telescopic overdenture: A case report.

Chan PARK 1 ; Dae Jeon JUN ; Sang Won PARK ; Hyun Pil LIM

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Keywords

Polymer; Polyaryletherketone (PAEK); Implant overdenture; Telescopic abutment

Country

Republic of Korea

Language

English

Abstract

Although many prosthetic materials exist for fabrication of implant-supported telescopic overdentures, available materials have not been thoroughly evaluated from a functional standpoint. This case report describes the use of polyaryletherketone (PAEK) based polymer for an implant-supported telescopic overdenture, a seldom used material in dentistry. This material is lighter than traditional materials, can accommodate changes in retentive forces, and is an easily retrievable by CAD/CAM fabrication. This case highlights the possibility of using new polymer materials for implant-supported telescopic overdentures.