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Restoring Function and Esthetics in Complete Edentulism: A Case Report of Implant-Supported Hybrid Denture.

Ramanjeet K Grover, Shashikala Jain, Rajat Sharma, Priyanka Borse, Abhijeet Singh

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Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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5 · Who and what money

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5 authors.

Ramanjeet K GroverDepartment of Prosthodontics, Maharaja Ganga Singh Dental College and Research Centre, Sri Ganganagar, IND.
Shashikala JainDepartment of Prosthodontics, Maharaja Ganga Singh Dental College and Research Centre, Sri Ganganagar, IND.
Rajat SharmaDepartment of Orthodontics, Maharaja Ganga Singh Dental College and Research Centre, Sri Ganganagar, IND.
Priyanka BorseDepartment of Prosthodontics, Maharaja Ganga Singh Dental College and Research Centre, Sri Ganganagar, IND.
Abhijeet SinghDepartment of Prosthodontics, Maharaja Ganga Singh Dental College and Research Centre, Sri Ganganagar, IND.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Complete edentulism significantly affects the esthetics, function, and quality of life of the elderly. Implant-supported hybrid dentures are superior to conventional removable prostheses in terms of stability, esthetics, and masticatory function. This case report details the dental rehabilitation of a 75-year-old female patient seeking total dental restoration. Clinical evaluation revealed partial edentulism in both arches accompanied by residual root stumps. Eight endosseous implants were placed in the maxilla and seven in the mandible following a delayed loading protocol to ensure optimal osseointegration. A metal framework was fabricated, and occlusal adjustments were made to achieve a passive fit for the hybrid prosthesis. Post-rehabilitation care included educating the patient on oral hygiene and scheduling routine follow-up. The patient experienced marked improvements in speech, mastication, and esthetics, indicating successful rehabilitation. This case underscores the effectiveness of implant-supported hybrid dentures in delivering lasting functional and aesthetic improvements to edentulous patients, consistent with the current literature favoring their use over traditional removable prostheses.

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dental implantsedentulousestheticshybridimmediate

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PMID39544587
PMCPMC11560405

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