title: Proper function, phonetics, and aesthetics achieved with implant-supported restorations: a multidisciplinary approach.
abstract: In a multidisciplinary restoration of the edentulous patient, close cooperation of involved personnel is essential during the treatment planning and the restorative procedures. This presentation is an overview of the rehabilitation of the edentulous maxilla, posterior maxilla, and the challenges of the single tooth implant-supported restorations. The prerequisite of teamwork is emphasized, past achievements and benefits of this treatment modality are reviewed, and three prosthetic challenges addressed. Clinical cases are used to illustrate the presentation.
authors.forename: D G
authors.initials: DG
authors.lastname: Smiler
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Finley
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Melton
mesh_terms: D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous; D019250:Dental Implants, Single-Tooth; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D006801:Humans; D007575:Jaw, Edentulous / Q000534:rehabilitation* / Q000601:surgery; D008409:Mastication; D008437:Maxilla; D013516:Oral Surgical Procedures, Preprosthetic; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010348:Patient Care Team; D013060:Speech