Abutment Selection for Anterior Implant-Supported Restorations

With Innovative and technological advances in implant dentistry various implant brands and their components are made available in the markets that vary in terms of design and other features. Implant abutment is the link between implant and restoration. The right selection of this abutment is esential for the success of implant prosthesis. There are varieties of implant abutments available in the market. Clinician should have adequate knowledge about these abutments and various factors that affect abutment selection, to choose the right one. Each implant case is different and clinician should be able to identify requirements of every individual case and choose the best suitable abutment available in the market. These abutments vary in implant abutment connection, material, type of retention, and fabrication methods. Hence this article summarizes complete information about the implant abutments, including, types, selection, and different abutments available in market