The use of three different matrices to ensure proper spatial dimension in fabricating definitive implant-supported prostheses

The use of three different matrices to ensure proper spatial dimension in fabricating definitive implant-supported prostheses
May 2005
Shahram Emtiaz, DDS a *, Joao Carames, DMD, PhD b, Isabel Gamboa c, Maria Leonor Baptista de Sousa, DMD d, Bruno Dias, RDH e
Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Çƒ¢ Volume 93 Çƒ¢ Number 5
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Abstract
Implant concepts continue to evolve not only in terms of materials, surfaces, and designs but also in clinical experience and technical management. This article presents a clinical and laboratory procedure describing how to plan, ensure, and achieve proper spatial dimension in fabricating definitive implant-supported prostheses with the use of 3 different matrices. This will in turn aid in restoring the patient with a predictable outcome from the outset of the treatment.
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* aDirector of Research and Private Practice, Institute of Implantology
* bDirector, Institute of Implantology; Chairman and Professor, Department of Occlusion, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Lisbon
* cDental Technician, Institute of Implantology
* dAssistant, Post-Graduate Department of Stomatology, Julio de Matos Hospital; Private Practice, Institute of Implantology
* eOral Hygienist, Institute of Implantology
* *Reprint requests to: Dr Shahram Emtiaz, Rua D. Jose de Avilez, No. 25-5 B Vila Rosa, Cascais 2750-398, PORTUGAL, Fax: (351-21) 483 5541
* Email address: semtiaz@hotmail.com (Shahram Emtiaz)
* Institute of Implantology, University of Lisbon, and Julio de Matos Hospital, Lisbon, Portugal
* Copyright ¨© 2005 by The Editorial Council of The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
* doi: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2005.02.020