What is IPS® Preprosthetic?

About IPS® Preprosthetic

Specialized Implant Solutions

PS® Preprosthetic is the only FDA-cleared, remotely fixated, patient-specific subperiosteal implant system available on the market.  Designed for complex cases involving edentulism, pathology, or trauma, IPS® Preprosthetic is a solution tailored for cases where conventional implant systems fall short.

Utilizing CT-based design processes and additively manufactured in titanium alloy, IPS® Preprosthetic provides a functionally stable preprosthetic platform for each unique patient.

Multi-Unit Abutment Integration

Flexible Prosthetic Solutions

Recognizing the need for greater clinical flexibility, KLS Martin developed an implant-level version of IPS® Preprosthetic. This design enables:

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Custom Collar Heights

Precise collar height selection within the multi-unit abutment

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Simple Component Replacement

Simplified removal and replacement of components as needed

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Versatile Clinical Adaptability

Improved adaptability across a variety of clinical scenarios

IPS® Preprosthetic Bundle

Engineered for Safety and Comfort

With the new IPS® Preprosthetic bundled approach, KLS Martin now provides every component required to restore patients with a final prosthesis.

As part of the IPS® digital workflow, cases are planned, reviewed, and finalized within our cloud-based case management system, IPS Gate®, supporting continuity from virtual planning to clinical execution.

Candidate Overview

Who Is It For?

When traditional implants aren’t an option—and zygomatic implants aren’t the preferred path—IPS® Preprosthetic provides a patient-specific alternative.

Designed for partial- and full-arch rehabilitation in patients who lack sufficient alveolar bone, IPS® Preprosthetic offers rigidly fixated and stable prosthetic foundation independant of alveolar bone availability.

Severe Bone Atrophy

Patients with severe maxillary or mandibular atrophy

Failed Zygomatic Cases

Zygomatic implant candidates, or those with failed zygomatic implants

Reconstructive Surgery Needs

Postablative, posttraumatic, or reconstruction cases requiring customized archlevel solutions

Graftless Surgical Alternatives

Surgeons seeking a solution that reduces reliance on grafting while maintaining a stable foundation

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Clinical Indications

Why It’s Needed

Conventional implantology is effective only when adequate bone and soft tissue are present. In cases of advanced resorption, postablative defects, or reconstructive anatomy, treatment options may be limited, or may require more complex staged approaches.

IPS® Preprosthetic addresses this gap by providing a rigidly fixated, patientspecific subperiosteal framework that can be immediately loaded.

In contrast to subperiosteal implants, IPS® Preprosthetic is described as fixated—a key differentiator emphasized in clinical discussion—rather than relying on nonfixated passive seating that contributed to instability in older designs.

A single-stage approach can reduce overall treatment time and eliminate the need for prior grafting

Clinical and mechanical advantages

Broad anatomical applications including midface, mandible, and doublejaw configurations.

Customization allows for treatment of complex cases in a single procedure that previously required multiple stages of treatment

Locking technology can be incorporated for multidirectional screw angulation

Ability to choose between multiple pillar height and implant profile options

Use Cases

Clinical Applications

Atrophic Maxilla and Atrophic Mandible

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Maxillary Resections

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Marginal Mandibular Resections

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Post Reconstruction

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Trauma

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Cleft Palate

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Materials, Strength & Reliability

Quality & Performance

Additive Manufacturing

Our implants and surgical guides are additively manufactured to ensure high precision and a seamless anatomical fit for every patient.

Premium Titanium Alloy

We utilize medical grade titanium alloy, known for its exceptional biocompatibility, strength, and long term durability in complex reconstructions.

Rigorous Validation

Every component undergoes extensive testing and validation protocols to meet the highest safety standards for surgical performance and reliability.

Advanced Mechanical Testing

KLS Martin utilizes sophisticated In-Silico Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to simulate and ensure the structural integrity of each custom framework.

Clinical Steps

Treatment Workflow Snapshot

Digital Diagnosis & Virtual Planning

The journey begins with high-resolution 3D imaging (CT or CBCT scans). These scans are uploaded to the IPS Gate® platform. Your surgeon works directly with KLS Martin engineers to virtually design an implant that fits your bone anatomy.

Surgical Implantation & Temporary Fitting

Once the custom titanium framework is manufactured using 3D laser melting, the surgery takes place. Because it was designed specifically for you, the implant fits precisely onto the bone surface.

Soft Tissue Healing & Digital Scanning

After surgery, there is a healing period (usually a few weeks) to allow the swelling to subside and the gums to settle around the titanium posts. Once the tissue is stable, the dentist uses an intraoral scanner (a digital camera for the mouth) to take a “digital impression” of the posts.

Final Prosthetic Fitting

The final stage involves the creation and attachment of your permanent teeth. A dental laboratory uses the digital scans to design a custom “bar” or “bridge” that snaps or screws onto the implant posts. A dental laboratory uses the digital scans to design a custom “bar” or “bridge” that snaps or screws onto the implant posts.

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Our Benefits

Why Choose IPS®?

The IPS® system offers a predictable and streamlined alternative to traditional bone grafting. By focusing on a “patient-first” design, we ensure that the implant adapts to the patient, resulting in better stability and a more efficient surgical journey.