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VOLUME 23 , ISSUE 5 ( May, 2022 ) > List of Articles

CLINICAL TECHNIQUE

Splinting Open Tray Impression Copings Using Long Shank Carbide Burs during Definitive Impression: A Dental Technique

Donato S Fernandes, Nayana S Anasane, Amit K Jagtap

Keywords : Dimensional accuracy, Implant impression, Impression techniques, Metal splinting, Polymerization shrinkage, Splinting

Citation Information : Fernandes DS, Anasane NS, Jagtap AK. Splinting Open Tray Impression Copings Using Long Shank Carbide Burs during Definitive Impression: A Dental Technique. J Contemp Dent Pract 2022; 23 (5):566-568.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3318

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 10-08-2022

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2022; The Author(s).


Abstract

Aim: To splint implant impression copings using long shank carbide burs for definitive implant impressions. Background: The accurate transfer of the orientation recorded by impression copings to a definitive cast is a challenging step in implant prosthodontics. For achieving a passive fit from the mouth to the cast may include some discrepancies. Traditional methods of splinting can be time-consuming and troublesome to handle. Technique: This article describes a technique by using long shank carbide burs for splinting implant impression copings. Conclusion: The favored implant splinting, evidence was inconclusive, and the data supporting splint pickup was the better performing technique, especially with an increased number of implants. Clinical significance: This technique causes minimal discomfort and is straightforward when compared to other techniques.

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