Prosthesis design and treatment planning for the partially edentulous implant patient

The evolution of prosthesis design principles over the last ten years has contributed to an improved clinical prognosis for the partially edentulous patient. Restorations can now be created with significant cosmetic improvements and less stressful long-term maintenance, due to a better understanding of restorative procedures which include natural tooth connection, biomechanical loading, tooth form modifications, and esthetic componentry. This presentation will review these concepts as the basis for recommending currently acceptable design principles and treatment plans for the fixed reconstruction of the partially edentulous implant patient.