The efficacy of modular transitional implants placed simultaneously with implant fixtures.
After the placement of implants in areas in which several teeth have been lost, both the clinician and the patient face many difficulties, particularly during healing. If no prosthesis is provided, the patient's quality of life suffers. If a removable prosthesis is provided for optimum mastication and speech, many complicated adjustments of the denture may become necessary during healing, and the possibility of osseointegration failure increases. This case report describes simultaneous placement of implant fixtures and modular transitional implants, providing occlusal function immediately after placement. The use of modular transitional implants is very effective in maintaining good oral function for the patient.
Nagata
M
M
Department of Operative Densitry and Endodontology, Kagashima University Dental School, Japan.
Nagaoka
S
S
Mukunoki
O
O
D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods*; D015921:Dental Implants; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D003831:Denture, Partial, Immediate; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007575:Jaw, Edentulous / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D008334:Mandible; D008875:Middle Aged; D016348:Osseointegration; D014945:Wound Healing
D015921:Dental Implants