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N Ravi Kumar1, Ananthesh H S1, Pavithra K Ramanna1
1Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge, The Oxford Dental College, Bengaluru, IND.
Cureus
|August 27, 2025
Summary
This case report details repairing a fractured implant-supported hybrid denture in an elderly patient. A simple, cost-effective method using an occlusal index and metal inlay provides a durable solution for hybrid prosthesis fractures.
Area of Science:
- Dental Prosthetics
- Biomaterials Science
- Geriatric Dentistry
Background:
- Edentulism is common in elderly patients, necessitating treatments that restore comfort, function, and aesthetics.
- Implant-supported hybrid prostheses offer an effective solution for edentulism.
- Fracturing of the acrylic component is a frequent complication of hybrid prostheses.
Observation:
- A 53-year-old female patient presented with a fractured implant-supported hybrid denture.
- The existing hybrid prosthesis had experienced acrylic fracture.
Findings:
- A novel, cost-effective repair technique was employed for the fractured hybrid denture.
- The repair involved using an occlusal index for guidance and a metal inlay for structural integrity.
- Cold-cure resin was utilized to secure the metal inlay and stabilize the prosthesis.
Implications:
- This repair method offers a practical and economical approach to managing fractured hybrid dentures.
- The technique can potentially extend the lifespan of implant-supported hybrid prostheses.
- This approach may improve patient satisfaction by restoring function and aesthetics efficiently.
