Abstract

RABAIOLLI, Jeferson L. et al. Modified implant-supported fixed maxillary prosthesis: removable gingival veneer retained with attachments. Stomatos [online]. 2013, vol.19, n.37, pp. 20-28. ISSN 1519-4442.

This study reports a clinical case of prosthetic rehabilitation of a patient with a totally edentulous maxilla using a fixed prosthesis supported by six implants, but modified by the inclusion of a removable gingival veneer retained with attachments. This alternative provides a rehabilitation model as functional and comfortable as the fixed prosthesis, enhancing facial aesthetics (reestablishing lip support) and phonetics and facilitating patient access for proper periimplant hygiene and prosthesis cleaning. We concluded that implant-supported fixed maxillary restorations, modified by the inclusion of a removable gingival veneer, come as a great alternative in cases of severe maxillary alveolar ridge atrophy.

Keywords : Implants; Prosthetic Gingival Reconstruction; Implant-Supported Fixed Prosthesis..