title: Computer-guided immediate provisionalization of anterior multiple adjacent implants: surgical and prosthodontic rationale.
abstract: Immediate implant restoration has gained popularity in recent years due in part to technological advancements that use computed tomographic images to simulate the actual clinical situation. This computer-assisted simulation enables clinicians to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that can be precisely executed in a timely manner. In the aesthetic zone, however, a successful outcome requires more than merely accurate implant placement. This article discusses the significance of site development for aesthetic implant restoration and describes a computer-guided immediate pro visionalization procedure and its surgical and prosthodontic rationale
authors.affiliation: Department of Restorative Dentistry Loma Linda University School of Dentistry Loma Linda, CA 92354, USA. jkan@llu.edu
authors.forename: Joseph Y K
authors.initials: JY
authors.lastname: Kan
authors.forename: Kitichai
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Rungcharassaeng
authors.forename: Kotaro
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Oyama
authors.forename: Seung-Hwan
authors.initials: SH
authors.lastname: Chung
authors.forename: Jaime L
authors.initials: JL
authors.lastname: Lozada
mesh_terms: D003198:Computer Simulation; D003238:Connective Tissue / Q000637:transplantation; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods*; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D003831:Denture, Partial, Immediate; D003833:Denture, Partial, Temporary; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005893:Gingivoplasty / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D025321:Surgery, Computer-Assisted; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D020390:Tooth Socket