Case History:
A 65-year-old male patient presented for consultation on replacement of
their full maxillary denture with an implant retained approach. The
patient indicated they had been wearing the maxillary denture for 14
years, retention was minimal, and wished to eliminate the palatal
coverage. Examination noted shallow vestibules and minimal retention of
the denture to the arch. Further discussion with the patient to
determine their expectations revealed that a removable prosthesis
retained by the implants would meet their expectations and allow easier
home care maintenance than a fixed prosthetic approach.