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Enhanced Periodontal Response and Esthetics of Implant‐Supported Bridge by the Use of Galvanoforming Technique: Case Report
Author(s) -
Tietmann Christina,
Broseler Frank
Publication year - 2002
Publication title -
clinical implant dentistry and related research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.338
H-Index - 85
eISSN - 1708-8208
pISSN - 1523-0899
DOI - 10.1111/j.1708-8208.2002.tb00152.x
Subject(s) - bridge (graph theory) , dentistry , biocompatible material , implant , biocompatibility , materials science , dental prosthesis , orthodontics , biomedical engineering , medicine , surgery , metallurgy
Background : Galvanoforming restorations have been placed over the past 15 years successfully. They offer several advantages over alloy restorations, including enhanced response to the periodontal tissues, biocompatibility, and superior esthetics. Purpose : The purpose of this report is to show the use of the galvanoforming process in dental implant restorations to transfer the benefits of this technique. Materials and Methods : Two standard Branemark fixtures were placed submerged in the lower mandible for the restoration of a three‐unit bridge. The impression was taken at fixture level, and two cast individual telescope abutments were inserted. The galvanoforming restoration was seated conventionally without any screw retention. Results : An implant‐supported galvanoforming bridge is functioning successfully. The use of biocompatible materials does not compromise the stability of the restoration; instead, the effect on the periodontal tissues is excellent, resulting in less plaque accumulation and bleeding on probing. Microgaps were avoided by conventional seating on the individual telescope gold abutments, revealing superior occlusal esthetics. Conclusions : This case report demonstrates the practicability of the biocompatible galvanoforming procedure for implant‐supported restorations enhancing periodontal response and esthetics.