title: Use of a single implant to retain a mandibular complete overdenture on the compromised atrophic alveolar ridge: a case report.
abstract: This case report illustrates some of the advantages gained by placing a single implant in the midline of the intersym-physeal region of the mandible, which can be used to retain a complete mandibular overdenture in patients with a compromised atrophic mandible opposing a maxillary complete denture. This approach is a valid treatment option for patients with limited financial and therapeutic means. This case report, along with other evidence, demonstrates that a mandibular single implant-retained overdenture is a viable treatment option for a specific group of patients.
authors: Department of Prosthodontics, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry, Iowa City, Iowa, USA. Galen-Schneider@uiowa.edu
authors: Galen B
authors: GB
authors: Schneider
authors: William J
authors: WJ
authors: Synan
mesh_terms: D000539:Alveolar Process / Q000473:pathology; D001284:Atrophy; D000044:Dental Abutments; D019250:Dental Implants, Single-Tooth; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D003779:Denture Design; D003781:Denture Retention; D003826:Denture, Complete, Lower; D003828:Denture, Overlay; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010347:Patient Care Planning