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A Systematic Approach to Definitive Planning for Osseointegrated Implant Prostheses
Author(s) -
Wicks Russell A.
Publication year - 1994
Publication title -
journal of prosthodontics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.902
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1532-849X
pISSN - 1059-941X
DOI - 10.1111/j.1532-849x.1994.tb00161.x
Subject(s) - osseointegration , modalities , presentation (obstetrics) , implant , treatment modality , selection (genetic algorithm) , dental implant , dentistry , medicine , medical physics , computer science , surgery , social science , artificial intelligence , sociology
Thoughtful design selection is crucial for the perpetual success of any dental implant restoration. This article reviews treatment considerations specific to the postsurgical presentation of the implant patient. Deviations from the originally planned design may be necessary at this time. Indications for the selection of specific prosthetic modalities are offered in a sequence of paradigms to support the cognitive skills of the inexperienced clinician.