Optimizing the esthetic potential of implant restorations through the use of immediate implants with immediate provisionals.
BACKGROUND
Few things in clinical periodontics are more challenging or potentially more rewarding than gaining an ideal result with implant-supported crowns in the esthetic zone.


METHODS
This article describes a novel approach to maintaining soft tissue health and support following immediate implant placement and immediate insertion of minimally functional single-unit screw-retained fixed provisionals.


RESULTS
Excellent tissue health, soft tissue profiles, and maintenance of septal bone height are documented with clinical photographs and 1-year follow-up radiographs.


CONCLUSIONS
In addition to maximizing the chances for an optimal esthetic result, this technique also allows precise adjustment and stability of occlusal relationships for provisionals in the perioperative period.
Harvey
Brien V
BV
brien@drbrienharvey.com
D000180:Acrylic Resins / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003188:Composite Resins / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods*; D015921:Dental Implants / Q000592:standards; D003794:Dental Restoration, Temporary / Q000379:methods* / Q000592:standards; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008875:Middle Aged; D011140:Polyurethanes / Q000627:therapeutic use; D011859:Radiography; D013997:Time Factors; D019228:Tooth Crown
D000180:Acrylic Resins; C029012:Composite Dental Resin; D003188:Composite Resins; D015921:Dental Implants; D011140:Polyurethanes