Case presentation : Zirconia implants and peek restorations for the replacement of upper molars [4]
In addition to PEEK, new coatings based on PMMA or composite materials (Anaxblent®Anaxdent®, Nexco®Ivoclar®, Solidex®Shofu®, Novo.lign®Bredent®, etc.) which incorporate ceramic fillings have been developed. Due to their molecular structure, these materials have excellent density and homogeneity [24]. The micro filling integrated into the polymer matrix increases abrasion resistance, at the same time as providing optimal elasticity which resembles the natural structure of a tooth. Although these restorations show good colour stability and a long-lasting shine, texture and brightness, they differ substantially from ceramic coatings which have excellent optical properties that enable them to achieve better long-term aesthetic results.
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- Background : Zirconia implants and peek restorations for the replacement of upper molars
- Case presentation : Zirconia implants and peek restorations for the replacement of upper molars [1]
- Case presentation : Zirconia implants and peek restorations for the replacement of upper molars [2]
- Case presentation : Zirconia implants and peek restorations for the replacement of upper molars [3]
- Case presentation : Zirconia implants and peek restorations for the replacement of upper molars [4]
- Conclusions : Zirconia implants and peek restorations for the replacement of upper molars
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- Fig. 1. Diagnostic radiographic exploration previous to treatment : Zirconia implant
- Fig. 2. Flapless surgical technique, atraumatic surgical procedure for zirconium implants using the circular scalpel (a)–sharp, clean cut without bleeding (b) : Zirconia implant
- Fig. 3. Final restaurations: The parallelism of the implants is achieved by carving the non-submerged part a occlusal view and b lingual view : Zirconia implant
- Fig. 4. Follow-up after 1 year, no radiographic sign was appreciating and the osseointegration was satisfactory : Zirconia implant
- Fig. 5. Periapical X ray after 1 year of follow-up, the bone was stable and no sign of peri-implantitis was shown : Zirconia implant