Modular transitional implants to support the interim maxillary overdenture.

Abstract

It has been reported that for implants to become osseointegrated, they must heal in the absence of functional loads for 4 to 6 months. To address the need for undisturbed healing and patient demand for uninterrupted immediate function and esthetics, the Modular Transitional Implant and Prosthetic System has been developed. This case report describes the use of transitional implants to support a removable maxillary overdenture, including methodology and the advantages and disadvantages of the system. The histomorphometric analysis of one of these transitional implants and its surrounding osseous tissue showed a 45% bone-to-implant interface after 6 months of functional loading. The transitional implant system is a sound and economical method of immediate patient restoration that allows for the protected healing of submerged implants.