A method of transferring the subgingival contour of interim restorations to definitive restorations by using zirconia copings customized with casting wax.

Authors :: Kibayashi H
Takaoka R
Morita M
Source :: The Journal of prosthetic dentistry [J Prosthet Dent] 2022 May; Vol. 127 (5), pp. 698-702. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Jan 09.
Publication Year :: 2022
Abstract: Establishing continuous and symmetric gingival levels is essential to achieving optimal gingival esthetics. Adjustment of the subgingival contour of the interim prosthesis is useful for managing gingival levels. This article illustrates how to accurately and predictably transfer the adjusted subgingival contour of interim restorations to the definitive restorations by using zirconia copings customized with casting wax.<br /> (Copyright © 2020 Editorial Council for the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Subjects :: Adaptation, Psychological
Crowns
Zirconium
Dental Prosthesis Design
Esthetics, Dental

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