Components of Dental Implants Flashcards
Post, Abutment & Restoration
Dental implants we use in NYC implants center are usually have three main components which are the implant post or screw, the abutment and the tooth restoration.
The Implant Post
The implant post is inserted directly into the jawbone during a small surgical procedure. The post is shaped to closely replicate the shape of a natural tooth root and may be tapered towards its end.
Dental implant posts come in a variety of shapes and sizes, according to the implant system chosen by Dr. Rahmani and the size of the tooth being replaced. The actual post is hollow to allow the abutment to be screwed into the post.
The Abutment
The abutment screws into the implant post and is attached in preparation for the implant tooth. It is used to support the implant tooth and the design depends on the final restoration.
Abutments used to support single crowns or bridges look almost like little stubby teeth, protruding just above the gum line. Abutments used to support dentures are quite different as the denture clips onto the abutment, or the abutments may have a special bar attached that will support new teeth or denture in a day.
The Implant Restoration
An implant restoration can be a crown, bridge or an implant supported denture. Regardless of the restoration used, it will completely cover up the dental implant underneath so only your new tooth will be visible.
Although single tooth implants have three separate parts, some implants are fabricated as a single structure, consisting of the implant post and the abutment.
