›› 2017, Vol. 37 ›› Issue (9): 769-773.

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The characteristics and the selection of dental implant abutment

  

  • Received:2017-06-22 Revised:2017-06-22 Online:2017-09-28 Published:2017-09-22

Abstract: Abutments serve as the core link between endosseous implants and dental prosthetics. Due to the various types of commercially available abutments, each with its own set of unique characteristics, it is critical for dental professionals to choose the appropriate abutment. This paper aims to highlight the special features and broaden the selection of implant abutments to better aid professionals in making the right decision to ensure longterm restoration success and to improve patients' satisfaction.

Key words: implant restoration, abutment, internalhex, externalhex, digitization

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