title: Soft tissue contouring for aesthetic single-tooth implant restorations.
abstract: The aesthetic replacement of a single anterior tooth has been revolutionized by the advent of dental implant technology. The learning objective of this article is to enhance the knowledge of single tooth restorations through the discussion of the restorative techniques, soft tissue management, and aesthetic considerations. The techniques presented can be used to obtain predictable results in the anterior region for aesthetic, hygienic, and functional restorations.
authors.affiliation: Section of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry, Ohio State University College of Dentistry, Columbus.
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Holloway
authors.forename: E A
authors.initials: EA
authors.lastname: McGlumphy
mesh_terms: D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods*; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005893:Gingivoplasty / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D014093:Tooth, Artificial