title: Case report using the "H" abutment: achieving esthetics, strength, and predictability for the anterior implant.
abstract: Replacing an anterior tooth using a dental implant has long been a challenge for most clinicians. Implant abutment selection is a crucial aspect of maximizing esthetics, strength, and customization. The author has experienced significant success in this regard over a period of more than 7 years using a lithium-disilicate "H" ("Hybrid") abutment. In this case presentation, a procedure is described for providing these highly esthetic abutment-supported restorations, which may offer significant advantages over traditional options.
authors.affiliation: Private Practice, La Mesa, California.
authors.forename: David
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Hornbrook
mesh_terms: D000044:Dental Abutments; D003776:Dental Porcelain; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor; D008437:Maxilla; D008875:Middle Aged; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D014081:Tooth Extraction; D014082:Tooth Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*
chemical_list: C493120:lithia disilicate; D003776:Dental Porcelain