Which supra-implant prosthesis should be indicated for a fully edentulous patient?

Thanks to implantology, edentulous patients can benefit from improved oral care. Today, there are various prosthetic solutions other than conventional total dentures. Each implant-supported full denture has its own specific indications. The choice between the different options is based on a preoperative analysis and a synthesis of several criteria identified during the clinical examination: severe resorption requires the choice of a rehabilitation that compensates for the loss of both soft and hard tissues. In the case of implant-supported restorations in the maxilla, it is essential to satisfy the aesthetic imperative. The patient's financial means and preferences play a crucial role in planning supra-implant treatments.

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Dr. Oumaima Tayari is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the Dental Faculty of Monastir, Tunisia. With a strong passion for prosthodontics and implantology, Dr. Tayari has dedicated her career to advancing the field through research, teaching, and clinical practice.