Production of a Piece of Custom-Made Abutment Screwdriver: Technique and Case Report

J Oral Implantol. 2019 Apr;45(2):133-138. doi: 10.1563/aaid-joi-D-18-00178. Epub 2018 Nov 15.

Abstract

Crown fractures, framework fractures, and abutment screw loosening or screw fracture are examples of mechanical implant failures. Abutment screw loosening is a serious problem that can result in abutment screw fractures. This clinical report describes the production method of a custom-made abutment screwdriver piece for a patient with abutment screw loosening.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Bone Screws*
  • Dental Abutments*
  • Dental Implant-Abutment Design
  • Dental Restoration Failure
  • Humans