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Abutment materials

Key points

  • An abutment is a component that is intermediate between the implant and the restoration and it is usually screw-retained to the implant
  • The abutment provides the retention, support, stability and optimal position necessary for the definitive restoration
  • Titanium and zirconia are the most commonly used materials for abutment fabrication
  • Abutments can be prefabricated by the manufacturer, or custom CAD/CAM produced

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Stefan Holst: Prosthetic considerations for edentulous patients

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Anonymous
16.10.2020 | 00:45

is there any evidence where they have compared all materials used to make abutments and compared their success rates ?

is there any evidence where they have compared all materials used to make abutments and compared their success rates ?

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is there any evidence where they have compared all materials used to make abutments and compared their success rates ?