Abstract
Patient: A 62-year-old male complained of pain and gingival enlargement in the right lower molar area and masticatory dysfunction. After removing dental implants in the upper-left and lower-right molar areas, the crown height and the occlusal support of the molar regions were recovered, and the centric occlusion, occlusal plane and vertical dimension were restored using provisional restorations and treatment with removable partial dentures (RPDs). The mandibular position was recovered, and the definitive prosthesis was applied after reassessment of his oral condition.
Discussion: The definitive RPDs were designed based on rigid support by proper bracing elements of RPDs and the occlusal relationship since there was severe residual ridge resorption after removing the implants, leading to the stability of RPDs.
Conclusion: This case was successfully rehabilitated since the definitive prosthesis was applied after restoring the mandibular position and the centric occlusion.
