Externally hexed implants, abutments, and transfer devices: a comprehensive overview.
An extensive overview of dental implant abutments for coronally hexed implants is presented. Abutment technology, indications, and contraindications for abutments are discussed. Various implant designs from 16 commercial manufacturers with over 64 abutment variations and transfer concepts are illustrated.
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VA Medical Center, Augusta, GA 30904.
D000044:Dental Abutments; D003722:Dental Alloys / Q000737:chemistry; D015921:Dental Implants; D003772:Dental Pins; D017268:Dental Prosthesis Retention / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D014025:Titanium / Q000737:chemistry
D003722:Dental Alloys; D015921:Dental Implants; D014025:Titanium