Cement-retained and Screw-retained Implant-supported Prostheses in Treatment of Dental Arch Defects
Authors:
P. Šimůnek 1; T. Dostálová 1; R. Foltán 2
Authors‘ workplace:
Dětská stomatologická klinika 2. LF UK a FN Motol, Praha
přednostka prof. MUDr. T. Dostálová, DrSc., MBA
1; Stomatologická klinika 1. LF UK a VFN Praha
přednosta prof. MUDr. J. Mazánek, DrSc.
2
Published in:
Česká stomatologie / Praktické zubní lékařství, ročník 107, 2007, 3, s. 51-56
Overview
Fixed dentures could be connected to implants by abutments, through tightening of small screws or cementation. Another option is the direct screw connection without abutments. Dentist should decide which method of connection is appropriate for a given situation. Knowledge of advantages, disadvantages and limitations of methods above is important for treatment plan and design of stable and functional denture.
Key words:
dental implants – abutment – screw-retained dentures – cement-retained dentures
Labels
Maxillofacial surgery Orthodontics Dental medicineArticle was published in
Czech Dental Journal
2007 Issue 3
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