Innovative Prosthetic Treatments Influence Posterior Mandibular Ridge Atrophy in Dental Patients

Posted: January 19, 2025
The retrospective cohort study examined the impact of different prosthetic treatments on posterior mandibular ridge atrophy after tooth loss. Fixed prostheses showed less bone atrophy compared to removable partial dentures, especially when distal support was present. Bar-retained overdentures on four implants had the least bone atrophy in fully edentulous mandibles. The study emphasizes the importance of prosthetic design in preserving bone and achieving long-term stability.

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