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21. Jan 2015
Online OnlyDOI: 10.11607/jomi.3615, PubMed ID (PMID): 25506639Pages 17-20, Language: EnglishBalshi, Thomas J. / Wolfinger, Glenn J. / Balshi, Stephen F.

Management of Soft Tissue Irritation Around Exposed Zygomatic Implant in a Hemimaxillectomy Patient: A Technical Report

Patients missing portions or all of the maxillary alveolar bone who are restored with zygomatic implants frequently have threads exposed that can be a mucosal irritant. If such irritation is reported, covering the threads with a highly polished titanium sleeve is recommended. The technique of placing said custom sleeve is described. This adjunctive treatment method has eliminated mucosal irritation. Keywords: maxillectomy, oral mucosal irritation, osseointegration, zygoma, zygomatic implant
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