Single, tuberosity-osseointegrated implant support for a tissue-integrated prosthesis.
Fixed prosthodontic rehabilitation can be accomplished in partially edentulous patients whose maxillary antrum prohibits successful placement of multiple fixtures. A single posterior fixture is placed in the tuberosity region to support a tissue-integrated prosthesis directly connected to a periodontally sound anterior abutment tooth. The treatment planning considerations and surgical aspects are described, and a case report is used to illustrate the technique.
Balshi
T J
TJ
Temple University, School of Dentistry, Philadelphia.
D001641:Bicuspid; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods*; D015921:Dental Implants; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D008963:Molar; D010347:Patient Care Planning
D015921:Dental Implants