Abstract
Edentulous patients with maxillary defects face a more challenging oral rehabilitation process than dentate patients. With the use of mini dental implants (MDIs), it is now possible to immediately increase obturator retention and stability. Implant patients can have a retentive obturator that enhances the overall efficacy of the prosthesis both in comfort and function.
MeSH terms
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Aged, 80 and over
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Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / radiotherapy
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Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / surgery
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Dental Implants*
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Dental Prosthesis Design
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Dental Prosthesis Retention*
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Denture Design
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Denture, Complete, Upper
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Follow-Up Studies
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Humans
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Male
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Maxilla / surgery
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Maxillary Neoplasms / radiotherapy
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Maxillary Neoplasms / surgery
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Osseointegration / physiology
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Palatal Obturators*
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Surface Properties