Enhanced periodontal response and esthetics of implant-supported bridge by the use of galvanoforming technique: case report.
BACKGROUND
Galvanoforming restorations have been placed over the past 15 years successfully. They offer several advantages over alloy restorations, including enhanced response to the periodontal tissues, biocompatibility, and superior esthetics.


OBJECTIVE
The purpose of this report is to show the use of the galvanoforming process in dental implant restorations to transfer the benefits of this technique.


METHODS
Two standard Brånemark fixtures were placed submerged in the lower mandible for the restoration of a three-unit bridge. The impression was taken at fixture level, and two cast individual telescope abutments were inserted. The galvanoforming restoration was seated conventionally without any screw retention.


RESULTS
An implant-supported galvanoforming bridge is functioning successfully. The use of biocompatible materials does not compromise the stability of the restoration; instead, the effect on the periodontal tissues is excellent, resulting in less plaque accumulation and bleeding on probing. Microgaps were avoided by conventional seating on the individual telescope gold abutments, revealing superior occlusal esthetics.


CONCLUSIONS
This case report demonstrates the practicability of the biocompatible galvanoforming procedure for implant-supported restorations enhancing periodontal response and esthetics.
Tietmann
Christina
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Bröseler
Frank
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D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D000044:Dental Abutments; D015921:Dental Implants; D003773:Dental Plaque / Q000517:prevention & control; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D003779:Denture Design; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D004595:Electroplating / Q000379:methods*; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005260:Female; D005884:Gingival Hemorrhage / Q000517:prevention & control; D006047:Gold Alloys; D006801:Humans; D007576:Jaw, Edentulous, Partially / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery; D008334:Mandible / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control*
D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D015921:Dental Implants; D006047:Gold Alloys