With the development of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) technology,
implant abutments have been fabricated with nearly unlimited design options.
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When an implant indexing device has not been fabricated or is not available, additional
chair time for placing a custom abutment on a hexagonal connection implant is needed,
especially for multiple implant restorations, as the abutment can be positioned in
6 different orientations.
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This article describes a design concept for fabricating a custom abutment with a
mark. By using the mark, clinicians can efficiently place the abutment on an implant.To read this article in full you will need to make a payment
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Published online: December 16, 2020
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