Conventional complete dentures versus implant-retained overdentures

Treatment for edentulism includes 3 basic options: conventional complete dentures (CCDs), implant-retained overdentures (IODs), and implant-supported full-arch fixed complete denture prostheses, with the last an infrequent choice. CCDs are associated with various limitations and detrimental changes over time and with problems such as lack of stability, poor retention, soreness and pain, and progressive loss of function. IODs offer the potential to overcome many of these problems. The use of mandibular IODs retained by 2 unsplinted implants is considered first-line treatment for edentulous elderly persons who have not been happy with CCDs.

Source: Dental Abstracts - June 21, 2018 Category: Dentistry Tags: Inquiry Source Type: research