The Importance of Provisional Restoration on Occlusal Reconstruction Using Dental Implants

Abstract

Recently, the occlusal reconstruction using the dental implant has become a predictable alternative and is scientifically well acknowledged. However, even when we encounter to patients with para-function and intensive occlusal force, the implant treatment is only a part of the process. It is essential to understand that the Provisional Restoration after the implantation is the key in achieving a balanced occlusion. This means that out of the elements which consists from esthetics, function, biology and structure, it is especially important to examine the elements, function (chewability) and structure (infrangibility) . This is made possible by a cautious clinical follow up to make minor adjustments and in some cases, this may result in a change of treatment planning.
There exists numerous clinical parameters such as bridge or implant; single or jointed crown; the material selection; the decision of guiding teeth; or the configuration of the suprastructure. Keeping all these parameters in mind, the application of the knowledge obtained from the diagnostic wax-up to the Provisional Restoration, enable us to make the best choice which leads to a final restoration with an esthetic biology.
In this case presentation, the importance of the Provisional Restoration will be discussed mainly focusing on treatment planning and treatment goal setup.