The restoration of improperly inclined osseointegrated implants

Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 1989 Summer;4(2):147-52.

Abstract

Improper implant angulation is one of the most difficult problems to overcome in the fabrication of implant-supported and implant-retained restorations. Several techniques using the "UCLA" abutment have been developed to solve these problems. The creation of large screw-access holes for moderate angulation and the fabrication of telescopic copings and overlay castings for severe angulation problems are discussed.

MeSH terms

  • Dental Implantation, Endosseous / instrumentation
  • Dental Implantation, Endosseous / methods*
  • Dental Implants
  • Equipment Design
  • Humans

Substances

  • Dental Implants