Implant Impression Techniques Flashcards
What are implant impressions accurate recordings of?
Spatial implant position.
It is required to obtain a proper support to definitive restoration with passive fitting
Implants are _____ and implant ______
It is important to use the correct parts and tools specific to the implant brand
Brand
Specific
Components of implant impressions
Stock
Custom
Proprietary
Non-proprietary
What do accurate implant impressions record?
3D position of implant in oral cavity
What are the benefits of impression in implant dentistry ?
Record position, depth, angulation, soft tissue contour (emergency profile)
Analog impression coping long vs short
Long (anterior)
Short (posterior)
Digital
Scan bodies
Before impressions
Provisionals = smooth
at time of impressions
Work fast and accurate
Control heme
What protocol is prior to impressions
Chlorohexidine
T/F: you need an accurate CR record and manage soft tissue during impressions
True
Implant level impression technique
Open tray vs closed tray
Impression of the implant platform using an implant impression coping
Abutment level impression technique
Impression of an abutment either directly using conventional techniques, or indirectly using an abutment impression coping
Open tray impression
Direct
Impression technique that uses an impression coping with retentive features around which a rigid elastic impression material injected. To remove the impression coping first unthread through opening on the occlusal surface of the tray
Open tray
Closed tray impression technique
Indirect impression
Impression technique that uses an impression coping with positioning features, around which a rigid elastic impression material is injected. After removal of the impression coping is unthreaded from the mouth, connect a laboratory analog and reposition into the impression prior to pouring
Closed tray