A Functional Open-Tray Impression Technique for Implant-Retained Overdenture Prostheses
Several implant impression techniques with different materials have been described in the literature. Generally, border molding, functional, and final impressions have been made with 3 different materials, which makes the procedure technique-sensitive and time-consuming. A combination of open-tray and functional impression techniques is described in this technical report. Border molding and functional impression procedures are made at the same time using a vinyl polysiloxane impression material, which makes this technique a simple and time-efficient alternative for clinicians.
Figure 1. Implant impression copings screwed onto implants. Figure 2. Functional impression of the mandibular arch. Figure 3. Impression copings held rigidly by the tray with the help of autopolymerizing acrylic resin. Figure 4. Definitive impression of the mandibular arch.
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