This Case Report presents the rehabilitation of a 66-year-old female patient using a telescopic retention system with Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) secondary caps. The treatment utilized PEEK-based conometric retention for a partial upper-arch prosthesis. The report highlights the advantages and disadvantages of this approach compared to traditional retention systems. The patient's initial concerns about removability and aesthetic functionality were alleviated, and her satisfaction was underscored by significant improvements in her social activities and oral comfort. The case illustrates the feasibility of integrating PEEK into telescopic systems, addressing limitations of traditional materials and telescopic coupling while providing a cost-effective. Further clinical evaluation and research into surface modifications are essential to fully optimize this approach for long-term success.

Total Conometric Implant Prothesis Rehabilitation with Peek Secondary Caps: A Case Report

Montagna, P.
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De Santis, D.;Gelpi, F.
2025-01-01

Abstract

  This Case Report presents the rehabilitation of a 66-year-old female patient using a telescopic retention system with Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) secondary caps. The treatment utilized PEEK-based conometric retention for a partial upper-arch prosthesis. The report highlights the advantages and disadvantages of this approach compared to traditional retention systems. The patient's initial concerns about removability and aesthetic functionality were alleviated, and her satisfaction was underscored by significant improvements in her social activities and oral comfort. The case illustrates the feasibility of integrating PEEK into telescopic systems, addressing limitations of traditional materials and telescopic coupling while providing a cost-effective. Further clinical evaluation and research into surface modifications are essential to fully optimize this approach for long-term success.
2025
conometric retention, implant-supported prosthesis, polyetheretherketone (PEEK), telescopic retention system
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