PubMed · 3283331
Technique for converting an existing complete denture to a tissue-integrated prosthesis.
Abstract
A technique for modification of an existing complete denture into a tissue-integrated prosthesis is described. An acceptable conventional denture is clinically attached to titanium abutments in the maxillomandibular position that has proved to function well during a trial period. The framework is fabricated to fit the reduced denture base (Fig. 16). The advantages of this technique include (1) the appearance of the tissue-integrated prosthesis is known in advance; (2) the technique is simple and requires only four visits to complete; (3) the framework fit is predictable; (4) there is minimum insertion and removal; (5) the base has a natural look and the lips have support; and (6) minimum phonetic problems are encountered.
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H S Siirilä, L Nordberg, V J Oikarinen. 1988. Technique for converting an existing complete denture to a tissue-integrated prosthesis.. https://doi.org/10.1016/0022-3913(88)90043-1
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