A new impression reference technique to simplify the digital workflow for immediate loading zygomatic implant-supported rehabilitation

Int J Oral Implantol (Berl). 2023 Nov 23;16(4):305-313.

Abstract

Zygomatic implant-supported rehabilitation has grown in popularity for use in clinical practice. Although many studies have been carried out into the surgical procedure, the prosthetic workflow is not clearly defined and standard techniques are not readily applied; thus, a digital approach may ultimately streamline the procedure. In the present study, the authors examined a digital workflow for immediately loaded prostheses supported by zygomatic implants. The novel technique proposed by the present authors, involving use of an impression reference, achieved promising results in terms of accuracy and procedural simplification.

Keywords: digital impression; digital workflow; immediate loading; impression reference; zygomatic implants.

MeSH terms

  • Dental Implants*
  • Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Immediate Dental Implant Loading*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Workflow

Substances

  • Dental Implants