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3D Planning and Printing of Patient Specific Implants for Reconstruction of Bony Defects
Published on: August 4, 2020
The use of three different matrices to ensure proper spatial dimension in fabricating definitive implant-supported
Shahram Emtiaz1, Joao Carames, Isabel Gamboa
1Institute of Implantology, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal. semtiaz@hotmail.com
Abstract:
Implant concepts continue to evolve not only in terms of materials, surfaces, and designs but also in clinical experience and technical management. This article presents a clinical and laboratory procedure describing how to plan, ensure, and achieve proper spatial dimension in fabricating definitive implant-supported prostheses with the use of 3 different matrices. This will in turn aid in restoring the patient with a predictable outcome from the outset of the treatment.
