J Adv Prosthodont.  2012 Feb;4(1):57-59. 10.4047/jap.2012.4.1.57.

An implant-supported removable partial denture for a patient with post-inflammatory scar contracture caused by burn complications: a clinical report

• Kim JH
• Lee JH

• KMID: 2284785
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4047/jap.2012.4.1.57

Abstract

The scars and contracture around the oral-facial region may cause difficulty in prosthodontic treatment to restore esthetics and function for the patients, who suffered severe burns. This article presents a technique that uses a fixed partial denture prepared with a conventional milling technique and an attachment to support anterior cantilever removable partial denture, thereby providing a more esthetically acceptable and functional result.

Keyword

Trismus; Burn scar; Implant; Removable partial denture; Milled bar; Implant and tooth supported

MeSH Terms

Burns
Cicatrix
Contracture
Denture, Partial, Fixed
Denture, Partial, Removable
Esthetics
Humans
Prosthodontics
Trismus

Figure

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  Fig. 1 Burn scars were prominent in the right side of this patient.

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  Fig. 2 Master cast for fixed prosthesis. One natural teeth and two implant abutment were prepared in the master cast.

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  Fig. 3 Master cast for removable prosthesis. Tooth and implant supported surveyed restoration was completed. The pick up final impression was conducted for removable prosthesis.

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  Fig. 4 Definitive prosthesis.

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  Fig. 5 Panoramic view at the placement of the prosthesis.

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  Fig. 6 Frontal view at 5 year follow up.

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