A Novel Technique for the Management of a Maxillary Anterior Alveolar Defect with an Implant-retained Fixed Prosthesis: A Clinical Report

JOURNAL TITLE: International Journal of Oral Implantology & Clinical Research

Author
1. Neenu M Varghese
2. PT Joy
ISSN
0975-6523
DOI
10.5005/jp-journals-10012-1148
Volume
7
Issue
1
Publishing Year
2016
Pages
4
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Prosthodontics, Government Dental College Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
    1. Department of Prosthodontics, Government Dental College Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
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    Abstract

    Successful replacement of the lost teeth by means of tissue-integrated implants represents a major advance in dentistry. The bone quality and quantity available in the anterior maxilla is often variable, and commonly, there is a deficiency of bone volume. Dentoalveolar defects resulting in the loss of the maxillary anterior alveolar ridge is generally a challenge for clinicians. The aim of this clinical report is to describe the prosthetic management of a maxillary anterior alveolar defect with an implant-retained fixed prosthesis. The esthetic and functional requirements of the patient were fulfilled.

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