title: Fiber-reinforced composite framework for implant-supported overdentures.
abstract: This article presents a new method for fabricating a framework for an implant-supported overdenture using unidirectional fiber-reinforced composite. This procedure eliminates the need for a traditional metal alloy framework. The fiber-reinforced composite framework has the advantages of lower cost, less time and materials needed during fabrication, minimal potential for toxicity to the technician and patient, and a more esthetic metal-free final result.
authors.affiliation: University of Connecticut, School of Dental Medicine, Farmington, CT, USA.
authors.forename: J P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Duncan
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Freilich
authors.forename: C J
authors.initials: CJ
authors.lastname: Latvis
mesh_terms: D003188:Composite Resins / Q000737:chemistry*; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D003828:Denture, Overlay; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; C113550:FiberKor, sculpture