[A case of occlusal reconstruction with implant-supported prosthesis for mandibular bilateral free-end space].

Abstract

PATIENT:

A 62-year-old male patient visited our clinic with a chief complaint of chewing difficulty due to pain of the left lower molar. To relieve the pain, the second premolar with root fracture was extracted. Implant-supported fixed prostheses were selected for bilateral free-end space. Full-arch provisional restorations were used with monitoring the balance of occlusal force. Final prostheses were converted in May 2002.

DISCUSSION:

It was suggested that the careful monitoring of occlusal balance by means of provisional restoration was one of the important factors for successful occlusal reconstruction.

CONCLUSION:

Even for patients with a history of Para function or tooth fracture, dental implant treatment of bilateral free-end space was indicated feasible for recovery of occlusal support and protection of remaining teeth on condition that the prostheses were very carefully designed.

• Authors: Atsushi Nakajima
• Journal: Nihon Hotetsu Shika Gakkai zasshi (Nihon Hotetsu Shika Gakkai Zasshi) Vol. 52 Issue 4 Pg. 578-81 (Oct 2008) ISSN: 0389-5386 [Print] Japan
• PMID: 19037160 (Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)

Topics

• Bite Force
• Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported
• Humans
• Male
• Mandible
• Middle Aged
• Occlusal Adjustment (methods)