A technique for salvaging an existing four-implant-supported mandibular fixed complete prostheses by using it as a surgical guide after an implant failure

Dede M., RAMAZANOĞLU M., Unalan F., GEÇKİLİ O.

Journal of Long-Term Effects of Medical Implants, cilt.31, sa.4, ss.77-80, 2021 (Scopus) identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 31 Sayı: 4
  • Basım Tarihi: 2021
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1615/jlongtermeffmedimplants.2021038207
  • Dergi Adı: Journal of Long-Term Effects of Medical Implants
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Scopus, Compendex, EMBASE, International Pharmaceutical Abstracts, MEDLINE
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.77-80
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Dental implant, Dental implant failure, Dental technique, Stent, Surgical guide
  • İstanbul Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

This technique article describes the use of an existing four implant supported fixed complete prosthesis both as a surgical template for reimplantation and for a permanent prosthesis after one of the supporting implants fails. This method offers a reliable and low-cost solution for the patient without the necessity of a new prosthesis.