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Effects of Mechanical Methods Used in Peri-implantitis Treatment on Implant Surface Decontamination and Roughness
Published on: March 14, 2025
Visual labels to facilitate hygiene around implant-supported complete fixed dental prostheses
Rafael Murgueitio1, Jaime Dussan2, Hector Rios3
1Adjunct Professor, School of Dentistry, University of Valle, Cali, Colombia.
Abstract:
This article reports a protocol for facilitating the oral hygiene and maintenance of supporting tissues in patients who wear implant-supported complete fixed dental prostheses. Small notches are placed on the acrylic resin below the prosthesis flange where the hygiene instrument should be inserted. These notches are filled with colored composite resin (blue) so that patients can see the sites of interest, which contributes to adequate plaque control and long-term periimplant health.
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