JOURNAL OF PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY THE

Vol. 97 No. 2      February - 2007

ISSN: 0022-3913      UBIC: 171

RESUMEN

This clinical report describes the rehabilitation of a completely edentulous 29-year-old man diagnosed with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (EB). Four implants were placed in each arch, and metal-resin implant fixed complete dentures were fabricated for both arches. This treatment option appears to be favorable for EB patients, compared to other options involving removable prostheses, in that it causes less mechanical irritation to the oral mucosa. (J Prosthet Dent 2007;97:65-9.)

SUMMARY

This clinical report described the use of metal-resin implant fixed complete dentures to rehabilitate a completely edentulous patient with recessive dystrophic EB. This treatment protocol successfully restored function and esthetics. Proper nutrition was restored, and the quality of life improved.

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