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Fixed reconstructions in partially edentulous patients using two‐part ITI implants (Bonefit®) as abutments. Treatment planning, indications and prosthetic aspects.
Author(s) -
Brägger U.,
Hämmerle C.,
Weber H.P.
Publication year - 1990
Publication title -
clinical oral implants research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.407
H-Index - 161
eISSN - 1600-0501
pISSN - 0905-7161
DOI - 10.1034/j.1600-0501.1990.010106.x
Subject(s) - bridge (graph theory) , dentistry , prosthesis , treatment modality , radiation treatment planning , dental abutments , implant , medicine , orthodontics , dental prosthesis , surgery , radiation therapy
Fixed reconstructions on implant abutments may be a welcome modality in the treatmcnt of partially edentulous patients following the principle of a prophylactically oriented comprehensive care. The option to create artificial tissue integrated abutments widens the range of indications for fixed reconstructions. Risky long‐span bridges as well as the preparation of intact teeth for bridge abutments may frequently be avoided. Never should the contours of the prosthesis interfere with the patient's performance of optimal plaque control. Furthermore, supportive periodontal therapy with regular maintenance visits may be provided to optimize a long‐term prognosis of the dention as well as the tissue‐integrated artificial abutments.