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CASE 2
The following case depicts a cemented BioTemps provisional restoration.
Figure 1: Preoperative view of patient with missing lateral incisors
Figure 2: Implants prior to abutment preparation
Figure 3: Prepared natural central incisors and lateral implant abutments
Figure 4: Relined BioTemps provisional restoration in place
Conclusion
BioTemps Implant Provisionals can play a valuable role in managing clinical situations to ensure success with the final
prosthesis. They can be used to evaluate esthetic, phonetic and occlusal function prior to delivery of the final implant restorations,
while preserving or enhancing the condition of the peri-implant and gingival tissues. They provide patients with
natural-looking temporaries at any stage of implant treatment, and serve as an excellent prototype by which to evaluate
shade and contours, leading to greater patient acceptance and a superior definitive restoration. They are also useful as a
communication tool between members of the treatment team, which in many cases consists of the restorative clinician,
implant surgeons, dental laboratory technicians and the patient. Clinicians should be aware of the different types of provisional
restorations and their indications for use when planning implant-retained restorations. If planned and fabricated
properly, this temporary prosthesis can become an integral part of the overall restorative solution.
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