Chewing efficiency and maximum bite force with different attachment systems of implant overdentures: a crossover study

Abstract

Resilient telescopic attachments are associated with increased chewing efficiency and MBF compared bar attachments when used to retain overdentures to the implants in patients with atrophied mandibles.

Peri-implant strain around mesially inclined two-implant-retained mandibular overdentures with Locator attachments

“…The two-implant overdenture is not the gold standard of implant therapy according to McGill (1) and York (2); instead, it is the minimum standard required for most people, considering the masticatory performance, patient satisfaction, and cost of treatment (3,4). The commonly used attachments, including studs, bars, magnets, and telescopic crowns, for connecting the denture to the implants offer different biomechanical features (3,5).…”

Premaxilla Stress Distribution and Bone Resorption Induced by Implant Overdenture and Conventional Denture

“…The higher rate of RRR associated with a mandibular IOD may be related to the greater bite force generated because of the better stability and retention of the overdenture . This concentrated force primarily affects the premaxilla.…”

Locator Versus Bar Attachment Effect on the Retention and Stability of Implant‐Retained Maxillary Overdenture: An In Vitro Study

“…However, bars require more prosthetic space and have increased risk of mucositis and mucosal hyperplasia due to inadequate oral hygiene compared to unsplinted attachments . Locator attachments are widely used today as an attachment system for implant overdentures . Advantages of Locator attachments are minimal height, self‐alignment, dual (inner and outer) retention, and correction of problems related to implant angulation .…”