Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture in Patient with Microstomia for Diffuse Systemic Sclerosis: A Case Report

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Auttawit Decha-umpai

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Diffuse scleroderma is a disease characterized by thickening and hardening of the skin, including internal organs. Patients often develop microstomia. As a result, it is difficult to take care of the patient's oral health and the dental treatment process. This study described the treatment a case of microstomia with total edentulous ridge in prosthodontic. Including impression technique, implantation, implant retained overdenture in the lower arch and follow up for 10 months. The treatment results were satisfactory. The patient used overdenture very well. Overdenture was tight with equator attachment at the lower arch. The size of the base of the overdenture was reduced for the insertion. Follow-up showed normal clinical examination and peri-implant radiographs. In this report, the steps and outcomes were discussed, including a review of the literature related to implant-supported overdenture in the lower arch.

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Decha-umpai A. Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture in Patient with Microstomia for Diffuse Systemic Sclerosis: A Case Report. Khon Kaen Dent J [internet]. 2025 Jul. 16 [cited 2026 Jan. 1];28(2):38-50. available from: https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/KDJ/article/view/273377
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