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T J Salinas

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Transferring emergence profile created from the provisional to the definitive restoration.

One primary objective for implant therapy is the achievement of an aesthetic result, and this is significantly dependent upon the condition of the peri-implant soft tissue and the implant emergence profile. The requisite for the configuration of the definitive crown is formulated by the provisional restoration, which transfers the position of the implant and the peri-implant soft tissue to the model utilized in the fabrication process. This article demonstrates the use of a provisionalization stage to precisely replicate the peri-implant tissue in the definitive restoration.

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A spacer that facilitates construction of implant-supported prostheses frameworks.

This article describes a technique that uses polyvinlysiloxane (PVS) putty impression material to create adequate space between the tissue and inferior margin of a framework in pattern construction for implant supported hybrid dentures. This spacer is easily retrieved from the cast, so the dental technician can evaluate and adjust the spacer to a standardized thickness and shape it to form the framework's underside. Basic framework construction for implant hybrid dentures is also reviewed, including specific dimensions, acrylic retentive features and passive construction. PVS putty impression material is easy to obtain, maintains dimensions well and is easy to shape, making it an excellent choice for use as a spacer and a matrix to preserve the position of denture teeth during fabrication.

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Prosthetic considerations in the fabrication of surgical stents for implant placement.

The utilization of surgical stents/templates for implant placement is of significant importance to the success of the definitive prosthesis. However, major conceptual differences exist between surgical stents designed for implant-supported crowns and bridges and those designed for implant overdentures. In addition, various types of surgical stents exist within each group. In either case, optimizing the prosthetic result by customization of the stent should be a major consideration in the fabrication process. The design of the stent must account for several treatment conditions, including position of the implant, the tissue present, and the anticipated prosthesis. The teaching objective of this article is to present the prosthetic considerations in the fabrication and customization of surgical stents. The article compares the two groups and offers specific guidelines for the fabrication of surgical stents for the various types of restorations within each group.

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Establishing soft tissue integration with natural tooth-shaped abutments.

The disparity in dimensions between implant fixtures and the exposed extraction sockets has resulted in the development of anatomically shaped abutments. Systems have been recently introduced that facilitate the fabrication of abutments to the configuration of natural teeth in the anterior maxilla. These systems permit development of an aesthetic emergence profile and contours for easy access in maintenance of oral hygiene of maxillary anterior single-tooth implant-supported restorations. The rationale for the development, indications, advantages, and clinical utilization of a recently introduced abutment system is discussed.

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