Retrieval of a Separated Implant Screwdriver Fragment

Figure 1 . Intraoral, occlusal view of the abutment showing the separated screwdriver fragment embedded in the screw access channel. Figure 2. Intraoral radiograph showing the separated fragment. (a) Preoperative. (b) Intraoperative. (c) Postoperative.

Figure 3 . Intraoral, occlusal view showing the abutment after the retrieval of the separated screwdriver fragment. Figure 4. The screwdriver and the separated fragment after its retrieval. Figure 5. The separated fragment seen under ×10 magnification, showing the hexagonal outer rim. Figure 6. The separated fragment seen under ×10 magnification, showing the purchase point drilled into it.
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