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Retrieval of a Fractured Zirconia Implant Abutment Using a Modified Crown and Bridge Remover: A Clinical Report
Author(s) -
Roe Phillip,
Kan Joseph Y. K.,
Rungcharassaeng Kitichai,
Won John B.
Publication year - 2011
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.2011.00696.x
Subject(s) - abutment , bridge (graph theory) , crown (dentistry) , cubic zirconia , dentistry , implant , dental abutments , materials science , orthodontics , engineering , composite material , medicine , structural engineering , ceramic , surgery
This clinical report describes a novel method to retrieve the internal connection of a fractured zirconia abutment through modification of a crown and bridge remover. Furthermore, the strengths and limitations of using a zirconia implant abutment will be highlighted.