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  • Title: Computer-generated abutments using a coded healing abutment: a two year preliminary report.
    Author: Vafiadis DC.
    Journal: Pract Proced Aesthet Dent; 2007 Aug; 19(7):443-8. PubMed ID: 17929687.
    Abstract:
    This article presents a preliminary clinical evaluation following the placement of 107 dental implants covered with computer-coded healing abutments. The healing abutment system evaluated herein provided information to specific computer software that facilitated the delivery of an anatomical definitive abutment. This system also assisted in the development of a titanium abutment whose characteristics mimicked the natural contours of the teeth being replaced. A two-year postoperative evaluation was performed to evaluate occlusion, gingival integrity, contact areas, inflammation, food impaction, porcelain integrity, radiographic condition and overall patient satisfaction. Improved tissue response and resultant aesthetics were observed.
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