Pages 101-109, Language: EnglishKeller, E. E. / Desjardins, R. P. / Tolman, D. E. / Laney, W. R. / Van Roekel, N. B.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.
