Čes. stomatol. Prakt. zub. lék. (Czech Dental Journal) 2007; 107(3): 51-56

Cement-retained and Screw-retained Implant-supported Prostheses in Treatment of Dental Arch Defects

P. Šimůnek1, T. Dostálová1, R. Foltán2
1 Dětská stomatologická klinika 2. LF UK a FN Motol, Praha, přednostka prof. MUDr. T. Dostálová, DrSc., MBA
2 Stomatologická klinika 1. LF UK a VFN Praha, přednosta prof. MUDr. J. Mazánek, DrSc.

Fixed dentures could be connected to implants by abutments, through tightening of small screws or cementation. Another option is the direct screw connection without abutments. Dentist should decide which method of connection is appropriate for a given situation. Knowledge of advantages, disadvantages and limitations of methods above is important for treatment plan and design of stable and functional denture.

Keywords: dental implants; abutment; screw-retained dentures; cement-retained dentures

Published: September 1, 2007  Show citation

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Šimůnek P, Dostálová T, Foltán R. Cement-retained and Screw-retained Implant-supported Prostheses in Treatment of Dental Arch Defects. Čes. stomatol. Prakt. zub. lék. 2007;107(3):51-56.
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