Reconstruction of the Severely Resorbed Mandibular Ridge Using the Tissue-lntegrated Prosthesis.

Reconstructive procedures for the severely resorbed mandibular edentulous ridge have historically involved the use of a variety of surgical procedures and biologic and nonbiologic materials with limited success. Since the introduction of osseointegrated fixtures to support tissue-integrated prostheses, the procedure has been applied to more complex clinical situations. The treatment of three patients with severe mandibular ridge resorption utilizing osseointegrated fixtures is described. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]