An esthetic and hygienic approach to the use of intracoronal attachments as interlocks in fixed prosthodontics.
This article describes a procedure that uses the Ney MS (Minimal Space) intracoronal attachment as an interlock in a pontic. This procedure overcomes the disadvantages associated with the use of the intracoronal attachments, which are (1) excessive tooth reduction often required to place the attachment within the contour of the crown; (2) compromised embrasures, which result in oral hygiene and periodontal problems; and (3) poor esthetics.
Pissiotis
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Department of Prosthodontics, Dental School, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Michalakis
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D003779:Denture Design; D003834:Denture Precision Attachment; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D006801:Humans