Prosthetic procedures for optimal aesthetics in single-tooth implant restorations: a case report

Restoration of a single-tooth implant in the anterior maxilla requires a multidisciplinary approach throughout the treatment and proper communication between the clinician and laboratory technician. Although surgical procedures have an important role in the manipulation of the soft tissues, it is often necessary to perform final contouring of the soft tissue through the provisionalization stage. Unless the soft tissue contour supports the definitive restoration, the treatment is considered a failure. This article reviews various prosthetic procedures that influence the soft tissue contour and establish aesthetics for implant-supported restorations.