Implant restorations for the edentulous patient: Esthetic Solutions

The development and evolution of dental implants has had a major impact for the edentulous patient. There are various restorative options such as the implant-tissue supported over-denture, implant supported over-denture, and fixed complete denture. With advances in materials and techniques creating the definitive restoration to replace patient's loss function, comfort, and esthetics is more predictable. This presentation will describe and discuss edentulous treatment options and techniques in conjunction with delayed implant loading, and immediate loading.