Defining available restorative space for implant overdentures

It is important to diagnostically evaluate available restorative space prior to implant placement. Failure to accurately assess restorative space may result in esthetically and structurally compromised prostheses and patient dissatisfaction. This article describes various techniques for evaluating r...

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Published in:	The Journal of prosthetic dentistry Vol. 104; no. 2; pp. 133 - 136
Main Authors:	Ahuja, Swati, BDS, MDS, Cagna, David R., DMD, MS
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States Mosby, Inc 01-08-2010
Subjects:	Attachment Cephalometry - methods Dental Arch - anatomy & histology Dental Implantation, Endosseous - methods Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported Dental Restoration, Permanent - methods Dentistry Denture Design Denture, Overlay Failure Humans Jaw, Edentulous - rehabilitation Mouth - anatomy & histology Oral Surgical Procedures, Preprosthetic - methods Patient Care Planning Patients Placement Prostheses Prosthetics Surgical implants
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Summary:	It is important to diagnostically evaluate available restorative space prior to implant placement. Failure to accurately assess restorative space may result in esthetically and structurally compromised prostheses and patient dissatisfaction. This article describes various techniques for evaluating restorative space in edentulous patients. Information gained will help dentists during treatment planning, attachment selection, and prosthesis design prior to surgical implant placement.
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ISSN:	0022-3913 1097-6841
DOI:	10.1016/S0022-3913(10)60107-2