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Implant-Supported Hybrid Prosthesis using All on Six Concept for Atrophic Ridges with Severe Gag Reflex: A Case Report

Anamika Ahlawat, Manu Rathee, S. Divakar, Sandeep Singh, Sujata Chahal, Poonam Wakure

Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · pp. 8–14 · Published 26 Feb 2022

10.9734/jpri/2022/v34i16A35775

Abstract

Aims: Edentulism is correlated to poor self-esteem and depression in both young and old individuals due to social rejection. For edentulous patients who are not interested in removable prosthesis, implant-supported fixed prosthesis might be an appropriate treatment modality. The aim of this case report is to rehabilitate the completely edentulous patient with severe gag reflex by maxillary implant supported hybrid prosthesis and mandibular conventional complete denture. Presentation of case: A 58 years old female patient had reported to the outpatient wing of department of prosthodontics with chief complaint of missing teeth in maxillary and mandibular arches. Patient had a history of severe gagging and discomfort with old denture. The treatment progresses as six implant placed and hybrid prosthesis was fabricated in maxillary arch and conventional complete denture was fabricated in mandibular arch and delivered to the patient. Discussion: Implant-supported complete arch rehabilitation can be accomplished with either a fixed or removable prosthesis. For a satisfactory outcome, proper patient selection, accurate surgical procedure, and meticulous prosthetic planning are required. Cement-retained implant restorations are becoming more popular because they are simple, aesthetic, and cost-effective. However, such restorations are hard to retrieve, and any residual cement in the soft tissue around the implant might cause peri-implant illness. Conclusion: A screw retained fixed prosthesis was planned for this patient in maxillary arch and conventional complete denture in mandibular arch which gave a successful outcome and avoid gag reflex.

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