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Clinical Delivery
The following procedure outlines the specific steps for placing
an Inclusive All-Zirconia Abutment with its matching jig.
As noted, the same steps may be applied when placing other
Inclusive Custom Abutments or screw-retained restorations.
To properly seat a custom abutment with its custommatched
jig:
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Match the selected abutment to the jig with corresponding
tooth number on the model (Fig. 6).
Place the abutment in the jig. For proper orientation,
vertically align the number marked on the abutment to
the number marked on the jig. The two should slide
together easily.
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Using the jig as a carrier, deliver the abutment to the
patient’s mouth.
Align the numbers marked on the jig and carrier with
the facial wall of the patient’s arch (i.e., labial or buccal).
When properly aligned, apply pressure to seat the jig
and abutment. Proper seating of the jig will help ensure
full seating of the abutment (Fig. 7).
Using your driver, insert the abutment screw and tighten.
Note that the jig will also maintain the position of
the abutment while the screw is tightened to the recommended
torque (Fig 8).
Remove the jig, leaving the tightened, fully seated abutment
in place (Fig. 9). A periapical film should be taken
to ensure complete seating.
Figure 6: Jig marked with corresponding tooth number
Figure 7: Jig oriented in the mouth to ensure proper abutment alignment
Figure 8: Tightening the abutment screw with jig in place
Figure 9: Final seating of the Inclusive All-Zirconia Abutment
– Lab Corner: Accurately Seating Inclusive Custom Abutments Using an Acrylic Jig 31