8 Questions
What is the purpose of placing a gingival former into an implant during the prosthetic phase of restoring an implant?
To help facilitate soft-tissue healing around the implant
What is the main difference in the diameter of gingival formers used for anterior and posterior teeth?
Anterior teeth require a narrow diameter, while posterior teeth require a wider diameter
During the prosthetic phase of restoring an implant, what is usually done until Osseo integration is confirmed?
Temporary teeth are placed
Which phase of dental implant restoration requires an equal amount of technical expertise as the surgical phase?
Prosthetic phase
What aspect of restoring an implant focuses on evenly distributing the forces of the implants?
Restoring a functional bite
What is the purpose of a healing cup (gingival former) during the prosthetic phase?
Facilitate soft-tissue healing around the implant
Which practitioner will work on restoring a functional bite, aesthetics of the smile, and structural integrity of teeth during the prosthetic phase?
The dentist
When does the prosthetic phase of restoring an implant typically begin for a patient?
After the healing period
Learn about the process of using a gingival former with different heights in dental implant procedures. Understand the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene during the period the gingival former is connected to the implant, and the subsequent impression procedure.
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