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[The fixed full bridge on Brånemark-implants. Current developments and procedures in clinical application]
1Uit de vakgroep Orale Implantologie van het Academisch Centrum Tandheelkunde Amsterdam (ACTA).
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|August 1, 1993
Summary
This article compares fixed full bridges and overdentures for dental implant suprastructures. A modified technique using acrylic connections for gold cylinders offers improved outcomes in implantology.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Biomaterials
- Prosthodontics
Context:
- Osseointegration has historically dominated implantology research.
- Current focus is shifting towards dental implant suprastructures.
- Patient preference between fixed full bridges and overdentures is a key consideration.
Purpose:
- To compare the advantages and disadvantages of fixed full bridges versus overdentures.
- To discuss current procedures for fabricating implant-supported suprastructures.
- To emphasize the importance of a wax set-up in the fabrication process.
Summary:
- The article details a modified technique for fabricating implant suprastructures.
- Gold cylinders are connected with acrylic to the metal framework, not soldered.
- Copings are not attached with acrylic during the impression procedure.
Impact:
- The described method aims to achieve better clinical results in implantology.
- This approach addresses user preferences for specific types of suprastructures.
- Improved outcomes contribute to enhanced patient satisfaction and prosthetic longevity.