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Implant Replacement of the Maxillary Central Incisor Utilizing a Modified Ceramic Abutment (Thommen SPI ART) and Ceramic Restoration
Author(s) -
SCHNEIDER ROBERT
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.919
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1708-8240
pISSN - 1496-4155
DOI - 10.1111/j.1708-8240.2008.00144.x
Subject(s) - abutment , dentistry , biocompatible material , implant , treatment modality , prosthesis , soft tissue , ceramic , medicine , orthodontics , materials science , biomedical engineering , surgery , engineering , composite material , civil engineering
The prosthetic restoration of a missing anterior tooth with a dental implant is a challenge. Treatment coordination with a multidisciplinary team is critical in the successful outcome of this type of patient treatment. Newer surgical treatment modalities in the management of hard and soft tissues are becoming common, with very good predictability and long‐term stability. Additionally, the use of advanced dental technology and materials such as sintered zirconium allows the restorative practitioner the opportunity to fabricate an esthetic, precise‐fitting, biocompatible, and strong definitive prosthesis for the patient, with good longevity. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The use of an all‐ceramic abutment and restoration is described, along with the “soft tissue sculpting” procedure through the use of a custom provisional restoration. The relative ease and convenience of the procedure is also illustrated. ( J Esthet Restor Dent 20:21–28, 2008)