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.