Cementable Custom Titanium Abutments

Dental Implants: All-Zirconia Screw-Retained Bridges
DBS Lab’s screw-retained bridge restorations provide a precision-engineered solution for dental professionals seeking superior stability and durability. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, these restorations ensure a secure and reliable fit for patients. Each all-zirconia screw-retained bridge is fabricated using advanced CAD/CAM technology, making them an excellent choice for restorative dental procedures.

Compared to other ceramic bridges, all-zirconia screw-retained bridges are significantly stronger, requiring approximately 12mm of prosthetic height from the implant platform to the occlusal table to function optimally.

These bridges offer excellent esthetics, as zirconia can be stained or layered to match the patient’s natural dentition. The screw-retained design allows for easy retrieval, enabling inspection, repairs, or cleaning without unnecessary complications. Due to zirconia’s high modulus of elasticity, implants can be rigidly splinted together, providing exceptional strength and stability. The precision-milled structure eliminates distortions and casting errors, ensuring an optimal fit. Additionally, zirconia’s smooth, non-porous surface promotes better oral hygiene by reducing plaque retention, which can contribute to long-term implant health.

Gold Crown Restorations
Gold crowns have been a trusted choice in restorative dentistry for many years due to their exceptional durability, biocompatibility, and wear resistance. These restorations are particularly suitable for posterior teeth, where function and longevity are prioritized over aesthetics.

One of the most notable advantages of gold crowns is their longevity, as they can last for several decades with proper care. Their high biocompatibility minimizes allergic reactions and inflammatory responses, making them a safe choice for a wide range of patients. Unlike porcelain crowns, which can be abrasive to opposing teeth, gold crowns have excellent wear resistance, reducing the risk of enamel wear on adjacent teeth.

Gold crowns are commonly used for posterior restorations, where their strength is crucial for withstanding heavy occlusal forces. They are also well-suited for multi-unit bridges, as their stability ensures long-term success. Additionally, patients with bruxism, or teeth grinding, benefit from gold crowns due to their resistance to fractures and chipping.

Despite these advantages, gold crowns are not ideal for anterior restorations due to their metallic appearance, which does not blend naturally with the surrounding teeth. Patients with metal sensitivities, though rare, may also require alternative materials such as zirconia or porcelain.

Cementation options for gold crowns include zinc phosphate cement, glass ionomer cement, and resin-modified glass ionomer cement, all of which provide reliable retention and sealing.

White Hi-Noble Alloy Restorations
White Hi-Noble alloys offer a balance between strength and aesthetics, making them a suitable alternative to gold for patients who prefer a more natural-looking restoration. These alloys are widely used for crowns, bridges, and implant-supported restorations, providing durability while maintaining a more discreet appearance.

One of the key benefits of White Hi-Noble alloys is their high strength and resistance to fractures, ensuring long-term stability. Their biocompatibility minimizes allergic reactions and irritation, making them a safe option for patients with sensitive oral tissues. Aesthetic flexibility is another advantage, as these alloys can be used on their own or layered with porcelain to enhance their natural appearance.

White Hi-Noble alloys are commonly indicated for anterior and posterior crowns, as well as multi-unit bridges. Their strength makes them ideal for implant-supported crowns, offering a solid foundation for long-term restorations. However, in cases where highly translucent restorations are required, ceramic materials may be a better option. Some patients may also have sensitivities to certain metals within the alloy, such as nickel, which may necessitate the use of zirconia or other biocompatible materials.

Cementation options for White Hi-Noble alloy restorations include zinc phosphate cement, glass ionomer cement, and resin-modified glass ionomer cement, all of which provide strong retention and marginal sealing.

Cementable Custom-Made Titanium Abutments
Custom-made titanium abutments are designed to optimize esthetics and stability while providing a precise fit into the sulcus. These abutments offer numerous advantages that contribute to the long-term success of implant-supported restorations.

One of the most significant benefits of titanium abutments is their high strength, ensuring durability even under heavy occlusal forces. Their margins can be positioned at the gingival or subgingival level, enhancing retention and stability while minimizing the risk of cement exposure. The improved emergence profile supports proper soft tissue contours, contributing to a more natural-looking final restoration.

Soft tissue support is another critical advantage of titanium abutments, as they help maintain healthy peri-implant tissues and reduce the risk of inflammation. The passive fit achieved with these abutments ensures proper alignment, reducing stress on the surrounding structures. Additionally, the ability to correct divergent implant angulation simplifies the restoration process, making it easier for clinicians to achieve optimal outcomes.

Titanium abutments are designed to closely follow the patient’s natural anatomy, minimizing the risk of excess cement retention, which can lead to complications such as peri-implantitis. Their precision engineering enhances the long-term stability of the restoration, making them a reliable choice for implant-supported prosthetics.

Conclusion
DBS Lab offers high-quality dental restorations designed for both functional and aesthetic excellence. Whether selecting all-zirconia screw-retained bridges, gold crowns, White Hi-Noble alloys, or custom titanium abutments, dental professionals must consider the unique clinical requirements and patient preferences for each case.

By utilizing advanced CAD/CAM precision and high-performance materials, DBS Lab ensures superior fit, strength, and biocompatibility, helping clinicians achieve optimal results. The careful selection of restorative materials plays a crucial role in ensuring the longevity and success of dental treatments, ultimately contributing to better patient outcomes and satisfaction.