The Use of Implant O–ring Attachment to Enhance Retention of Tooth Supported Overdenture– A Case Report

Dr. Desh Deepak; Dr. Rahul Udayasankar; Dr. Vikas B. Kamble; Dr. Raviraj G. Desai; Kashinath C. Arabbi

Volume : VIII, Issue : VIII, August - 2019

The Use of Implant O–ring Attachment to Enhance Retention of Tooth Supported Overdenture– A Case Report

Dr. Desh Deepak, Dr. Rahul Udayasankar, Dr. Vikas B. Kamble, Dr. Raviraj G. Desai, Kashinath C. Arabbi

Abstract :

Retaining teeth for overdenture is an old concept and a viable treatment modality. Overdentures provide better function than conventional complete dentures through a variety of factors, such as improved biting force, chewing efficiency and increased speed of controlled mandibular movement. Use of attachment and adherence to basic principles of complete denture design can improve both retention and stability of overdenture. The use of attachments can redirect occlusal forces away from weak supporting abutments and onto soft tissues, or redirect occlusal forces toward stronger abutments and away from soft tissues. This clinical case report describes use of metal runner bar framework and O– ring resilient stud attachment for retaining tooth supported overdenture