J Korean Acad Prosthodont.  2024 Apr;62(2):123-130. 10.4047/jkap.2024.62.2.123.

Rehabilitation using milled-bar with attachment maxilla overdenture in a patient with peri-implantitis fixed prosthesis: A case report

• Lee JM
• Kim SY
• Lee DH
• Lee KB
• Lee CH

• KMID: 2555588
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4047/jkap.2024.62.2.123

Abstract

There are various methods for restoring the dentition of completely edentulous patients. Removable complete dentures have the advantage of being relatively economical, but they can be uncomfortable to wear. With the introduction of implant prosthodontics, various options such as implant-supported overdentures and hybrid prostheses have become available. If there is inadequate remaining ridge or limited financial resources, an overdenture supported by a few implants with additional attachments may be more suitable. In this case, due to severe peri-implantitis and other complications, the implants were removed. Subsequently, four implants (two on each side) were placed in the maxilla and a milledbar with attachment was fabricated for each side of the maxilla.

Keyword

Implant overdenture; Locator; Milled-bar