Single maxillary complete overdenture using novel magnetic attachment

Abstract

Overdenture magnetic attachments are designed to treat patients experiencing complications from tooth loss due to aging, with issues like alveolar ridge resorption and reduced oral function. The novel Magteeth™ magnetic attachment system has undergone innovation compared to previous magnet attachment describing an improved efficiency in denture magnetic attraction. A 76-year-old female patient came to Department of Prosthodontic Clinic, Universitas Airlangga Dental Hospital to restore masticatory function and improve smile aesthetics. The clinical and radiographic evaluation revealed multiple missing teeth, specifically tooth numbers 18, 17, 15, 12, 11, 21, 22, 24, 26, 28, 37, 36, 35, 46, 47, and 48. Furthermore, there were chronic apical periodontitis, specifically gangrene radix, noted on teeth 16, 14, 13, 23, 27, 34, 38, and 44, and resorbed alveolar ridge on the missing tooth region. We use the Magteeth™ novel magnetic attachment in this case for the maxillary complete overdenture on tooth 25 to improve retention, and mandibular metal frame partial denture to ensure optimal function and patient satisfaction throughout the treatment process. Surface treatment on Magteeth™ root keeper and magnet is essential in denture and magnet integration. The novel Magteeth™ magnetic attachment is manage to overcome loss of retention problem during slight denture movements caused by chewing conventional attachments, which was the major disadvantage from the predecessor. Overall, the patient expresses satisfaction with the treatment in terms of both functionality and aesthetics.