Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 6, 2026
11:19
Oral Biofilm Formation on Different Materials for Dental Implants
Published on: June 24, 2018
The use of implants as retainers for removable partial dentures
Ira D Zinner1, Stanley Markovits, Curtis E Jansen
1Department of Prosthodontics, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, NY, USA.
General Dentistry
|November 11, 2010
Summary
Dental implant bodies offer a versatile solution for removable partial denture retention when bone is insufficient for fixed prostheses. They also serve as temporary retainers during interim dental treatment phases.
Area of Science:
- Dental prosthetics
- Implant dentistry
- Restorative dentistry
Background:
- Limited literature exists on using implant bodies as retainers for removable partial dentures.
- Conventional methods may face limitations due to insufficient bone for fixed prostheses.
Observation:
- Implant bodies can be utilized as functional components in removable partial denture designs.
- These fixtures provide retention capabilities for prosthetic appliances.
Findings:
- Implant bodies serve as effective retainers for removable partial dentures.
- Their application is suitable in cases with inadequate bone volume for fixed restorations.
Implications:
- Offers a viable alternative for complex restorative cases.
- Facilitates provisional restorations pending further dental treatment.
- Expands the scope of implant-supported restorative options.
