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Implant-retained overdentures

S Lewis1

  • 1University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dentistry.

Compendium (Newtown, Pa.)
|October 1, 1993
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Removable overdentures offer a cost-effective and hygienic alternative to fixed implant restorations for edentulous mandibles, improving aesthetics and lip support in select cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Implantology
  • Prosthodontics
  • Oral Rehabilitation

Background:

  • Fixed implant-supported restorations were initially preferred for edentulous mandibles.
  • Osseointegrated implants revolutionized tooth replacement options.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate removable overlay prostheses as a viable treatment for edentulous mandibles.
  • To compare removable overdentures with fixed implant restorations.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical evaluation of implant-supported prostheses.
  • Comparison of fixed and removable restoration outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Removable overdentures emerged as an excellent treatment choice.
  • Key advantages include lower cost and improved hygiene access.

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  • Overdentures can enhance aesthetics and lip support in some patients.

    • Conclusions:

    • Removable overdentures provide a valuable alternative to fixed restorations for the edentulous mandible.
    • Treatment choice should consider patient-specific needs for cost, hygiene, aesthetics, and support.