Dental Implants Implant Anatomy & Components 2

Question 1

What does 'platform switching' refer to in implant dentistry?

Accepted Answer

Using a narrower abutment diameter than the implant platform diameter

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Changing the implant platform brand

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Switching from titanium to zirconia abutments

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Moving the implant to a different jaw position

Question 2

A Morse taper implant-abutment connection is characterized by:

Accepted Answer

A friction-fit conical connection

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A screw retained connection only

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An external hex design

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A butt-joint flat connection

Question 3

What is the function of the implant cover screw?

Accepted Answer

Seals the implant during submerged healing

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Attaches the crown permanently

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Holds the abutment in place

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Prevents infection post-surgery

Question 4

Which type of implant connection features a six-sided external protrusion for torque transfer?

Accepted Answer

External hex

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Internal hex

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Morse taper

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Spline connection

Question 5

What is the recommended torque value range for tightening most implant abutment screws?

Accepted Answer

15–35 Ncm

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5–10 Ncm

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50–70 Ncm

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80–100 Ncm

Question 6

Zirconia implants compared to titanium implants offer which primary advantage?

Accepted Answer

Better esthetics in thin gingival biotypes

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Superior osseointegration

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Higher fracture resistance

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Lower cost