Restoring unfavorably positioned implants in anterior maxilla: case report.
This article describes a clinical case involving a unique solution to restoring implants placed in an unfavorable, labial location in the anterior maxilla. Background information is provided with regard to avoiding compromised situations from the outset, as well as a discussion of issues of restorability, with an emphasis on dental implants. Different treatment options are explored. To complete the case presented, a custom cast framework resembling traditional veneer preparations was selected, with porcelain veneers to cover abutment screw access channels.
University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Buffalo, NY, USA. rumfola@buffalo.edu
Joseph L
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Rumfola
Sebastiano
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Andreana
Leah
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Colucci
Yvonne
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Tsay
D000368:Aged; D002484:Cementation / Q000379:methods; D003188:Composite Resins / Q000737:chemistry; D003724:Dental Arch / Q000601:surgery*; D059605:Dental Implant-Abutment Design; D015921:Dental Implants; D003764:Dental Materials / Q000737:chemistry; D003776:Dental Porcelain / Q000737:chemistry; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D003801:Dental Veneers; D003779:Denture Design; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla / Q000601:surgery*; D010347:Patient Care Planning
D003188:Composite Resins; D015921:Dental Implants; D003764:Dental Materials; D003776:Dental Porcelain