title: Segmental framework matrix: master cast verification, corrected cast guide, and analog transfer template for implant-supported prostheses.
abstract: A procedure is presented whereby a sectioned acrylic resin framework pattern for an implant-supported prosthesis is used for multiple purposes. It captures the three-dimensional spacial relationship of a dental implant. It acts as an analog transfer template, corrected cast guide, and a rigid scaffolding for the actual sculpting of the framework pattern.
authors.affiliation: VA Central Dental Laboratory, Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Washington, D.C.
authors.forename: J W
authors.initials: JW
authors.lastname: McCartney
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Pearson
mesh_terms: D000180:Acrylic Resins; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003735:Dental Casting Technique; D015921:Dental Implants; D003761:Dental Impression Technique; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D006801:Humans; D003765:Models, Dental; D015203:Reproducibility of Results
chemical_list: D000180:Acrylic Resins; D015921:Dental Implants