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Allen L Schneider1, Gregori M Kurtzman
1Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Restorative Department, Boston, MA, USA. drimplants@aol.com
Implant Dentistry
|February 3, 2004
Summary
This study presents a fast technique for creating temporary crowns for dental implants. The method saves chairside time and ensures an accurate, aesthetic interim crown for patients.
Area of Science:
- Dental implantology
- Prosthodontics
- Biomaterials
Background:
- Temporary crown fabrication for single-unit implants is time-consuming.
- Current methods may not always provide optimal chairside efficiency or esthetics.
- The ITI implant system is widely used in restorative dentistry.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a technique for rapid fabrication of temporary crowns.
- To minimize chairside time required for interim crown placement.
- To ensure an accurate-fitting and esthetic temporary crown for dental implants.
Main Methods:
- A novel technique for temporary crown fabrication is described.
- The method focuses on efficiency for the ITI implant system.
- Emphasis is placed on achieving precise fit and esthetics.
Main Results:
- The described technique significantly reduces fabrication time.
- The interim crowns produced are accurate-fitting.
- The esthetic outcome of the temporary crowns is satisfactory.
Conclusions:
- A rapid and efficient technique for temporary implant crown fabrication is presented.
- This method optimizes chairside time for clinicians.
- The technique provides an accurate and esthetic interim solution for single-unit implant restorations.