Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to D G Crabtree.
A technique for making an esthetic complete denture as a surgical stent to be used in conjunction with hydroxyapatite augmentation surgery of the maxillary arch is presented. The technique involves the use of an articulator, a remount jig, and duplication of a surgically prepared cast.
The transmandibular implant (TMI) is a type of transosteal implant designed for use in the edentulous mandible. The implant is composed of a gold-based alloy. The TMI is a loaded implant in that the prosthesis is supported by the implant. A transitional type of prosthesis, for insertion following surgery can be made either by altering the patient's existing mandibular complete denture or by making a new denture. The completed prosthesis is retained by clips held in the mandibular denture with autopolymerizing acrylic resin. The clips engage Dolder bar segments, which are a part of the implant suprastructure, and provide the necessary retention for the mandibular complete denture.
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Presurgical planning for submerged implant location and angulation within bone relative to the opposing occlusion is important for the prosthodontist. This information is accurately communicated to the surgeon by using a surgical template. A technique for fabrication of the template is described.
A technique allowing accurate alignment and interocclusal spacing of the coping insert for submerged implants has been described. Transferring the coping from the mouth to the master cast will provide predictable treatment results and is particularly useful when intraoral visualization is difficult.
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The preextraction profile record is a means of easily, quickly, and inexpensively recording clinical data prior to extraction of the natural teeth. The record contains a great deal of preextraction information and can be easily stored in the patient's chart. However, the preextraction profile record does not obviate the need for other preextraction records such as radiographs, photographs, and diagnostic casts. The information recorded in preextraction records allows the dentist to have access to and compensate for the progressive changes which occur when the natural teeth are extracted.
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