Customized 3D‐Printed Subperiosteal Titanium Implants for Prosthetic Rehabilitation of Atrophic Maxilla in Geriatric Patients: A Case Report

Background Severe maxillary atrophy in older individuals poses an obstacle for placement of conventional dental implants, often associated with bone grafting procedures, morbidity, and prolonged healing. Custom‐made, 3D‐printed subperiosteal titanium implants have emerged as a promising, minimally invasive alternative. So, the aim of the case report study is to explore the success of maxilla atrophy rehabilitation using custom‐made subperiosteal implants. The case report of a 72‐year‐old female with Cawood Class VI atrophy demonstrated exceptional outcomes: 100% survival, a visual analog scale (VAS) score of 9.5/10, and no complications at 12‐month follow‐up. The subperiosteal implants have numerous advantages in comparison with the conventional bone grafting with the interosseous implant insertion technique, such as a one‐step process for atrophic bone in order to improve the treatment plan and reduce the length of the overall required time. Conclusion Customized 3D‐printed subperiosteal implants are a viable and effective treatment option for elderly patients with severe maxillary atrophy, offering high survival rates, good functional outcomes, and high patient satisfaction while avoiding the need for bone grafts.