A Simplified Technique to Control Excess Cement Material Underneath Cement-Retained Implant Restorations: Technical Note.

Authors :: Romanos, Georgios E.
Source :: International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants; Mar/Apr2019, Vol. 34 Issue 2, pe17-e19, 3p
Publication Year :: 2019
Abstract: Subgingival presence of remaining excess cement may lead to implant complications and failures. This is a technical report and advice on how to cement implant-supported restorations using a simple and universal method applying liquid petroleum jelly to the peri-implant sulcus after cementation. This simple and user friendly method eliminates excess cement and should be used in the daily practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Subjects :: SURGICAL complications
COMPLICATIONS of prosthesis
PERI-implantitis
DENTAL cements
DENTAL fillings
DENTAL implants
PETROLATUM
POSTOPERATIVE period
PREVENTION

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