From atrophy to accuracy: A breakthrough in maxillary reconstruction

• Author Details:   
• Shivani Senthilkumar
• Lakshmi Rathan A ^*
• Vivek Narayanan
• Abinaya Subramaniyan
• Naveen Raj

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Bone resorption with age presents challenges in treating edentulous patients, as even perfectly crafted Removable Partial Dentures (RPD) often fail over time. Prefabricated dental implants, while preferred, fall short of addressing significant bone loss and individual needs in cases like hypoplastic or edentulous maxillae. Patient-specific implants (PSIs) overcome these limitations, offering zero-nil accuracy and unmatched precision. This case report explores our experience using PSIs in a hypoplastic and edentulous maxilla, focusing on detailed preoperative diagnosis, precise surgical techniques, and evaluating postoperative outcomes, including patient satisfaction.

Keywords: Maxillary atrophy, Edentulous maxilla, Bone loss, Patient-specific implants, Osseointegration, Maxillary reconstruction, Implant rehabilitation