What is multi-unit abutments?

What is multi-unit abutments?

Multi-unit abutments (MUA) are specialized abutments that are commonly used in coordination with zygomatic dental implants, as well as full arch replacements, which are also known as all-on-four dental implants. MUA are available in a variety of sizes and angulations.

Are all multi-unit abutments the same?

They come in a variety of sizes for different types of implants and they come in different angulations. Common angulations would be 0°, 17°, 30°, 45° and then there are some specialty 52.5° and 60° multiunit abutments.

What is Ti base abutment?

The abutment consists of a metal base that can purchased (ie. Ti base) or purchased and adjusted (titanium abutment) (Figure 1). The all-ceramic segment is then bonded to the metal base using resin cement, which is typically done in the laboratory.

What is a screw retained crown?

In anterior screw-retained crowns, the implant is placed lingually to allow screw emergence through the cingulum area. In posterior screw-retained restorations, the access hole will exit through the central fossa of the prosthetic tooth. This is not only a cosmetic compromise but an occlusal one.

What is an implant Ti base?

The MIS Ti-Base serves as a connector between the implant and its final restoration, enabling CAD/CAM customized solutions, highest precision and best esthetic results. The conical connection Ti-Base options present the MIS consistent concave emergence profile, to further enhance and support the VCONCEPT.

Do you torque impression coping?

After setting of the impression material, remove the tray from the mouth. Unscrew the guide pin and remove the impression coping. Attach the impression coping to the implant analog (CS-RSM10) and tighten the assembly with the guide pin. The recommended tightening torque is 15-20Ncm.

What is a custom abutment for an implant?

Custom abutments are prosthetic components that connect directly to endosseous dental implants and are intended for use as an aid in prosthetic rehabilitation of missing teeth. Titanium, gold alloy, or zirconia with titanium base.

Does a screw retained implant crown have an abutment?

Cemented attachments feature a crown cemented to the implant. On the other hand, screw-retained implants screw into the post through the abutment.