title: A review of guidelines for implant rehabilitation of the edentulous maxilla.
abstract: This review suggests some guidelines and protocols for treatment of the edentulous maxilla with osseointegrated implants. Evidence-based treatment options are discussed with reference to risk assessment. Developing technologies applicable to diagnosis, clinical procedures, and laboratory techniques are also discussed. Osseointegrated implants are increasingly advocated as a treatment option for maxillary edentulism and in many situations are the treatment of choice.
authors.affiliation: The Brånemark Center, West Perth, WA, Australia. patrick1@iinet.net.au
authors.forename: Patrick J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Henry
mesh_terms: D002985:Clinical Protocols; D017076:Computer-Aided Design; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous; D015921:Dental Implants; D003761:Dental Impression Technique; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D006801:Humans; D007575:Jaw, Edentulous / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery*; D008437:Maxilla / Q000601:surgery*; D016348:Osseointegration; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D018570:Risk Assessment; D013674:Technology, Dental
chemical_list: D015921:Dental Implants