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Abstract
2007, Vol. 78, No. 4, Pages 770-776 , DOI 10.1902/jop.2007.060278
(doi:10.1902/jop.2007.060278)

Optimizing the Esthetic Potential of Implant Restorations Through the Use of Immediate Implants With Immediate Provisionals

Brien V. Harvey*

*Private practice, Tucson, AZ.

Correspondence: Dr. Brien V. Harvey, 899 N. Wilmot, E-2, Tucson, AZ 85711. E-mail: .

Background: Few things in clinical periodontics are more challenging or potentially more rewarding than gaining an ideal result with implant-supported crowns in the esthetic zone.

Methods: This article describes a novel approach to maintaining soft tissue health and support following immediate implant placement and immediate insertion of minimally functional single-unit screw-retained fixed provisionals.

Results: Excellent tissue health, soft tissue profiles, and maintenance of septal bone height are documented with clinical photographs and 1-year follow-up radiographs.

Conclusion: In addition to maximizing the chances for an optimal esthetic result, this technique also allows precise adjustment and stability of occlusal relationships for provisionals in the perioperative period.

KEYWORDS: Dental esthetics, dental implants

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, , , , , . (2008) Surgical and Prosthetic Management of Interproximal Region With Single-Implant Restorations: 1-Year Prospective Study. Journal of Periodontology 79:6, 1048-1055
Online publication date: 1-Jun-2008.
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