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What is one disadvantage of reflecting a flap during implant uncovering?
What is one disadvantage of reflecting a flap during implant uncovering?
- Inability to visualize the bone surrounding the implant
- Increased difficulty in contouring the soft tissue
- Potential for bone loss due to stripping the periosteum (correct)
- Limited access to the healing abutment
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of contouring the soft tissue around a healing abutment?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of contouring the soft tissue around a healing abutment?
- Inability to visualize bone surrounding the implant (correct)
- Ability to directly fit the healing abutment
- Minimal invasiveness
- Easy access
What is a crucial factor for long-term implant success?
What is a crucial factor for long-term implant success?
- Post-operative pain levels
- The type of surgical instruments used
- The color of the keratinized tissue
- Initial implant stability (correct)
What technology is used to measure and verify implant stability?
What technology is used to measure and verify implant stability?
In cases with inadequate zone of attached tissue, which of the following advanced techniques may be used?
In cases with inadequate zone of attached tissue, which of the following advanced techniques may be used?
How can a good sense of implant stability be obtained during the seating process?
How can a good sense of implant stability be obtained during the seating process?
What is the purpose of using a mouth prop during an intraoral surgical procedure?
What is the purpose of using a mouth prop during an intraoral surgical procedure?
Which of the following methods is used to reduce the bacterial load around the surgical site?
Which of the following methods is used to reduce the bacterial load around the surgical site?
What is the expected annual crestal bone loss after the first year of a dental implant in function?
What is the expected annual crestal bone loss after the first year of a dental implant in function?
What type of dental implants have shown little change in bone height over years of function?
What type of dental implants have shown little change in bone height over years of function?
Which technique should be avoided when preparing implant sites?
Which technique should be avoided when preparing implant sites?
What occurs after initial bone remodeling around an externally hexed implant?
What occurs after initial bone remodeling around an externally hexed implant?
What is the purpose of the open-tray transfer method in dental implantology?
What is the purpose of the open-tray transfer method in dental implantology?
Why is it recommended to take a radiograph prior to making the transfer impression in dental implantology?
Why is it recommended to take a radiograph prior to making the transfer impression in dental implantology?
In the closed-tray transfer technique, what is done after removing the impression from the mouth?
In the closed-tray transfer technique, what is done after removing the impression from the mouth?
What happens if the impression coping is not properly seated during the transfer impression process?
What happens if the impression coping is not properly seated during the transfer impression process?
When should the open-tray transfer method be indicated in dental implantology?
When should the open-tray transfer method be indicated in dental implantology?
What is screwed onto the impression coping after completion of the transfer impression in dental implantology?
What is screwed onto the impression coping after completion of the transfer impression in dental implantology?
What is the primary purpose of extending the vertical releasing incision apically?
What is the primary purpose of extending the vertical releasing incision apically?
What is the recommended technique for initiating reflection at the papilla?
What is the recommended technique for initiating reflection at the papilla?
What should be done when the buccal flap has been reflected completely?
What should be done when the buccal flap has been reflected completely?
What is the role of the index finger of the opposing hand during flap reflection?
What is the role of the index finger of the opposing hand during flap reflection?
What should be done with any soft tissue tags during the procedure?
What should be done with any soft tissue tags during the procedure?
What is the importance of avoiding inadvertent trauma to the flap with the tip of the retractors?
What is the importance of avoiding inadvertent trauma to the flap with the tip of the retractors?
What is the primary purpose of the antirotational design feature in implant fixtures?
What is the primary purpose of the antirotational design feature in implant fixtures?
Which of the following is a critical step when placing a cover screw on an implant fixture?
Which of the following is a critical step when placing a cover screw on an implant fixture?
What is the primary material used in most contemporary implant fixtures?
What is the primary material used in most contemporary implant fixtures?
What is the primary role of the implant body or fixture?
What is the primary role of the implant body or fixture?
What is the main reason for using an external threaded design in most current implant fixtures?
What is the main reason for using an external threaded design in most current implant fixtures?
What is the primary purpose of a two-stage surgical approach in implant placement?
What is the primary purpose of a two-stage surgical approach in implant placement?
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