J Dent Oral Biol | Volume 2, Issue 11 | Editorial | Open Access

Immediate Implant Supported Full-Arch Restorations Fabricated with an Intraoral Welding Technique in Taiwan Patients with Intact Opposite Dentition-Case Series

Chienhai Li^*

Department of Dentistry, Chuan Sheng Dental Clinic, Hualien County, Taiwan

^*Correspondance to: [email protected] 

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Abstract

Twenty-two implants were placed in four Taiwan patients to support immediate full-arch restorations (one mandible and three maxilla) with intact opposite dentition. Passive-fit metalreinforced frameworks were fabricated chairside by intraoral welding method, and all patients had definitive restorations on surgery day. All restorations were fabricated by screw-retained, implantlevel components with full occlusal loading on the first day. Patients were recalled seven days, one month, three months and six months, with the follow-up period being over nine months until April 2016. All implants were osseo-integrated, no infection was observed around the implants, and no fracture or cracking was found on the restorations. All patients were satisfied with the restorations.

Keywords:

Intraoral welding; Immediate implant placement; Immediate loading; Full-Arch restoration; Rehabilitation

Citation:

Chienhai Li. Immediate Implant Supported Full-Arch Restorations Fabricated with an Intraoral Welding Technique in Taiwan Patients with Intact Opposite Dentition-Case Series. J Dent Oral Biol. 2017; 2(11): 1070.