THE SINGLE TOOTH RESTORATION
Indication: One of the front teeth known
as a central incisor is missing. Under conventional therapy,
the healthy adjacent teeth might be prepped to fashion
a 3-unit bridge.
THE SINGLE TOOTH RESTORATION
Surgical Placement: An implant is placed
at a slight angle to take advantage allowed to heal for
several months.
THE SINGLE TOOTH RESTORATION
Prosthetic Option: Following healing,
the top of the implant is uncovered. A titanium post,
in this case a fixed abutment, has been screwed into the
implant body. The abutment is angled to allow for easy
completion of a restoration that is in line with adjacent
teeth.
THE SINGLE TOOTH RESTORATION
Restoration: The replacement tooth or
crown is cemented onto the abutment. An esthetic al1dfunctional
restoration has been completed.