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By Pär-Olov Östman, DDS, PhD, MD
Commercial Supporter: Zest Dental Solutions
This article provides insights into the basics of surgical and restorative prerequisites for immediate loading a full-arch fixed implant-supported restoration through various methods. Bone quality, primary stability, and other important factors for immediate loading are examined, along with options for both the temporary and definitive prostheses.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Describe important surgical guidelines for primary stability
Review chairside temporary options and time-saving protocols.
Discuss alternative definitive prosthetic options.
About the Author
Pär-Olov Östman, DDS, PhD, MD
Private Practice, Falun, Sweden