Modification of clinically short Locator abutments using laser welding

Publication date: Available online 21 February 2018
Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Author(s): Faris Z. Jamjoom, Damian J. Lee
As dental implants continue to survive longer, managing and maintaining implant prostheses can be complicated by the lack of compatible parts or the discontinuation of implant systems. This report describes a laser welding procedure for the management of clinically short Locator abutments (Zest Anchors Inc) that lacked a commercially available, compatible alternative.



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