title: The use of interactive computed tomography to predict the esthetic and functional demands of implant-supported prostheses.
abstract: Diagnosis, treatment planning, and prediction of a final implant-supported prosthetic design require precise noninvasive presurgical information. In addition, coordination of implant team member services and predetermination of treatment fees are critical to a successful resolution of patient needs and concerns. By combining the use of a clinically verified barium-coated template and interactive computed tomography, the implant team can determine and address the relevant issues affecting treatment outcomes. These issues include: fixture/prosthesis incompatibility; recognition of anatomic limitations and anomalies; the need for presurgical bone augmentation; fixture diameter and distribution; abutment type and angle; bone density; soft-tissue augmentation requirements; accurate fee determination; and medicolegal protection. The data collection methodology and format for the Mecall and Rosenfeld prosthesis prediction analysis are discussed as part of a case presentation.
authors.forename: A L
authors.initials: AL
authors.lastname: Rosenfeld
authors.forename: R A
authors.initials: RA
authors.lastname: Mecall
mesh_terms: D000540:Alveolar Ridge Augmentation; D001466:Barium Sulfate; D003287:Contrast Media; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D006801:Humans; D007575:Jaw, Edentulous / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D015607:Stents; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed
chemical_list: D003287:Contrast Media; D001466:Barium Sulfate