Use of an implant in repair of a fixed partial denture. A clinical report.
A repair technique for a fractured solder joint in a multiple-unit fixed partial denture has been presented. The advantages of this technique include (1) retention of part of an existing restoration; (2) provision of additional support to minimize future fracture; (3) removal of the implant crown for periodic evaluation and/or treatment; and (4) retention of a fixed partial denture where a removable prosthesis might otherwise be needed. The primary disadvantage of this technique is the time and expense associated with implant placement.
Department of Dentistry, West Side Veterans Administration Medical Center, Chicago, Ill.
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D000328:Adult; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous; D015921:Dental Implants; D012994:Dental Soldering; D003779:Denture Design; D003834:Denture Precision Attachment; D003780:Denture Repair; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008334:Mandible
D015921:Dental Implants