Aims: To present a case in which a removable partial prosthesis with resin-bonded attachments was used to replace an existing partial prosthesis that was esthetically unacceptable to the patient. Materials and methods: The palatal surfaces of the upper teeth were prepared and an impression was taken. A framework with attachments was created and an impression was taken to create the removable prosthesis. Maxillo-mandibular relationships were assessed, and an impression of the edentulous ridges was taken. Results and conclusion: The 16-month follow-up visit revealed successful rehabilitation. The use of resin-bonded attachments to retain a removable partial prosthesis is a viable option when reduction of biological and economic costs is an issue. © 2012 Elsevier Srl. All rights reserved.
Riabilitazione dell'arcata superiore con protesi parziale rimovibile e sistemi di ritenzione adesivi: un caso clinico.
MOBILIO, Nicola;CATAPANO, Santo
2012
Abstract
Aims: To present a case in which a removable partial prosthesis with resin-bonded attachments was used to replace an existing partial prosthesis that was esthetically unacceptable to the patient. Materials and methods: The palatal surfaces of the upper teeth were prepared and an impression was taken. A framework with attachments was created and an impression was taken to create the removable prosthesis. Maxillo-mandibular relationships were assessed, and an impression of the edentulous ridges was taken. Results and conclusion: The 16-month follow-up visit revealed successful rehabilitation. The use of resin-bonded attachments to retain a removable partial prosthesis is a viable option when reduction of biological and economic costs is an issue. © 2012 Elsevier Srl. All rights reserved.I documenti in SFERA sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
