2026 Volume 18 Issue 2 Pages 137-143
Bone-anchored devices and prostheses for wide edentulous areas, utilizing dental implants placed in residual or reconstructed bone to provide retention and support, have become an effective treatment option for patients with maxillofacial defects in whom conventional prosthetic rehabilitation is insufficient. However, this treatment modality is technically demanding and requires careful consideration to achieve favorable and predictable outcomes. Comprehensive treatment planning from the initial stage, with a clear focus on the definitive prosthesis and functional rehabilitation, is essential. In addition, close collaboration among prosthodontists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, and other healthcare professionals is fundamental, particularly in cases requiring jaw reconstruction or perioperative management. This review outlines the indications, clinical considerations, and limitations of implant-supported maxillofacial prosthetic treatment for wide edentulous defects and highlights key points for successful implementation from the perspective of prosthodontic specialists involved in multidisciplinary team-based care.
