Description: Full arch or partial arch implant prosthesis. Allows for a very esthetic replacement of both teeth and gingival tissue. Requires 4 or more implants. Requires about 10 mm of interocclusal space (top of the implant platform to the occlusal plane). Fulfills a need to replace missing gingival height.
Advantages: esthetics tooth replacement, full arch tooth replacement, correction of implant angulation discrepancy, excellent function, replacement of lost gingival tissue, force distribution, implant splinting, ease of crown replacement if damaged in the future
Disadvantages: cost, possible future maintenance or repair costs, more difficult access to implant screws if needed in the future
