IMPLANT PROSTHETIS WITH PALO MALO
Zirconia with Paulo Malo Framework—often referred to as a Malo Bridge with Zirconia Crowns—is a high-end, permanent, screw-retained, full-arch implant prosthetic solution designed by Dr. Paulo Malo. This prosthesis combines a high-precision, milled titanium, or zirconia framework with individual or multi-unit zirconia crowns to achieve superior aesthetics, high strength, and repairability.
It is typically used for full-mouth rehabilitation in conjunction with the All-on-4® treatment concept, developed by Malo, where four implants (two vertical anterior, two tilted posterior) support a full set of teeth.
The foundation is a CAD/CAM milled bar, which provides a high-precision, passive fit. Titanium is often preferred for its high strength-to-weight ratio, while zirconia offers a more aesthetic, metal-free base.
The framework is secured directly to the implants (or multi-unit abutments) using screws, making it fixed for the patient but removable by the dentist for maintenance.
Unlike one-piece monolithic bridges, the Paulo Malo approach often utilizes separate zirconia crowns placed over the framework.
The use of high-translucency Zirconia (5Y-PSZ) provides superior aesthetics that closely mimic natural teeth and gingiva.
Digital design (CAD/CAM) is used to ensure precise, high-accuracy fitment. Because the crowns are separate, they create a natural, “depth-effect” appearance, avoiding the “monolithic block” look of traditional hybrid dentures.
The foundation is a CAD/CAM milled bar, which provides a high-precision, passive fit. Titanium is often preferred for its high strength-to-weight ratio, while zirconia offers a more aesthetic, metal-free base.
The framework is secured directly to the implants (or multi-unit abutments) using screws, making it fixed for the patient but removable by the dentist for maintenance.
Unlike one-piece monolithic bridges, the Paulo Malo approach often utilizes separate zirconia crowns placed over the framework.
The use of high-translucency Zirconia (5Y-PSZ) provides superior aesthetics that closely mimic natural teeth and gingiva.
Digital design (CAD/CAM) is used to ensure precise, high-accuracy fitment. Because the crowns are separate, they create a natural, “depth-effect” appearance, avoiding the “monolithic block” look of traditional hybrid dentures.