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Published on: February 10, 2014
Mechanical failure of an implant-retained bar: a clinical report
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA. rmm002@dental.umaryland.edu
Abstract:
This clinical report describes the mechanical failure of an implant-retained bar where the bar fractured midway between two implants. The location of the fracture is not typical for implant-retained bars. Possible causes of the fracture are discussed. The prosthodontic treatment provided to manage the mechanical failure and prevent it from recurring is also discussed.