Restoration of Hybrid Prosthesis for Misplaced Implants – A Case Report

Abstract

An implant-supported hybrid prosthesis is an acrylic resin complete fixed dental prosthesis and supported by implants might be a solution in extreme cases that the need of the restoration for esthetics, function, lip support, and speech. This clinical report aims to present the esthetic and functional prosthetic rehabilitation of a borderline case with implant-supported hybrid prostheses. A 31yrs old female patient was referred to the department of prosthodontics for rehabilitation of angulated implants. The intra-arch dimension of the patient was excessive and an insufficient peri-oral soft tissue support was observed. The clinical and radiologic examinations showed satisfactory implant health. After 3 years of follow-up, no functional, phonetic, or esthetic problems with the restorations were noted. This case reports suggest that implant-supported hybrid prostheses can be a reliable alternative treatment procedure when a porcelain-fused metal fixed restoration does not satisfy a patient's requirements for esthetics, phonetics, oral hygiene, and oral comfort.