title: A new removable implant analog.
abstract: A new implant analog system that improves the efficiency of the implant restoration's fabrication process is described. This 2-piece analog contains an outer plastic sleeve that is retained within the stone cast. The inner portion, a metal analog, can be easily removed and replaced within the plastic sleeve. Because the metal analog is removable, the time-consuming process of screwing and unscrewing the prosthesis- or abutment-retaining screws during laboratory procedures can be minimized. The prosthesis can remain secured to the analog during waxing, metal finishing, and porcelain buildup, yet is easily removed from the cast for inspection.
authors.affiliation: Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA. fhr001@dental.umaryland.edu
authors.forename: Flavio H
authors.initials: FH
authors.lastname: Rasetto
authors.forename: Carl F
authors.initials: CF
authors.lastname: Driscoll
mesh_terms: D003442:Crowns; D000044:Dental Abutments; D015921:Dental Implants; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D017268:Dental Prosthesis Retention / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D003765:Models, Dental
chemical_list: D015921:Dental Implants