Tag Archives: implant supported prosthesis

Screw access repair

screw access hole fill all on 4

What is the dental code for replacing the screw access holes on an all on 4 or other implant supported prosthesis? There is no dental code for repairing or replacing the screw access holes on an All on 4 or other implant supported prosthesis. The ADA dental code that is the closest is D6090, but […]

Dental code hybrid denture

full arch zirconia implant supported bridge

What is dental code hybrid denture? This post covers dental codes for both hybrid dentures, bars and over-dentures, locators/ERA dentures and implant supported full arch bridges.  For those of us providing FFS care, the codes are kind of irrelevant because we are maxing out any dental insurance plan and the cost is mostly out-of-pocket.  These […]

All on 4 maintenance

all on 4 full arch hybrid

All on 4 maintenance or All on 4 cleaning This information applies to acrylic or porcelain prosthesis and to all on 4 or implant supported denture or implant supported full arch bridge (or any other name). Patient take home sheets are found on this implant supported denture link.  Very similar to this information. How do […]

Zirconia framework for implant supported hybrid denture – crowns too! How are they milled?

Zirconia framework

Zirconia framework and zirconia milling Zirconia framework option for an all on 4 can be a great framework option for an all on 4. The properties of  zirconia make it one of the most common dental ceramic in use.  It’s strong, like really strong, and the esthetics are improving. Zirconia framework milling for an all […]

Implant supported prosthesis steps

Hybrid denture impression figures

Implant supported prosthesis steps for the dentist Implant supported prosthesis steps do not have to be overwhelming for the dentist, just take it step by step. There are many ways to do this and alternatives can be found in each visit. <–3rd post  4rd in a series of 17 posts on this topic Next post […]

Delivery of all on 4 prosthesis

Wheaton cosmetic dentist Bryan Bauer

<–9th post  10th in series of 17 on this topic  Next post–> Delivery of all on 4 or other implant supported prosthesis Delivery of all on 4 steps. Should now have the prosthesis and a set of NEW screws. Remove healing abutments or temp prosthesis Ensure multi-unit abutments are torqued down at company recommended torque […]

1 week post delivery

all on 4 full arch hybrid

<–10th post  11th in series of 17 on this topic  Next post–> Steps at the 1 week post delivery visit Recheck torque on screws at 15Ncm. PTFE and neosporin with flowable composite or acrylic over openings Check occlusion. Review oral hygiene instructions. Final photos Impression for nightguard over prosthesis. Night guard use will decrease minor […]