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Implant-supported overdenture rehabilitation and progressive systemic sclerosis
E Raviv1, M Harel-Raviv, P Shatz
1McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
The International Journal of Prosthodontics
|September 1, 1996
Summary
Progressive systemic sclerosis (PSS) presents complex oral health challenges. This case study highlights successful dental management using implant-supported overdentures for PSS patients with an edentulous mandible.
Area of Science:
- Immunodermatology
- Rheumatology
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Progressive systemic sclerosis (PSS), also known as systemic scleroderma, is a multisystem autoimmune disease characterized by vascular, connective tissue, and autoimmune abnormalities.
- Patients with PSS often experience significant oral complications and limited oral access, demanding meticulous preventive dental care.
Observation:
- A patient diagnosed with an edentulous mandible and PSS presented with complex oral health needs.
- The challenges included managing the disease's systemic effects and ensuring adequate oral hygiene and function.
Findings:
- The study details the successful application of an overdenture prosthesis supported by osseointegrated implants for the patient.
- This prosthetic solution addressed the edentulous mandible and accommodated the specific oral conditions associated with PSS.
Implications:
- Osseointegrated implant-supported overdentures offer a viable and effective treatment modality for managing complex dental rehabilitation in patients with PSS.
- This approach can significantly improve oral function, hygiene, and quality of life for individuals affected by this challenging autoimmune disease.