THE SINGLE DENTAL IMPLANT WITH CUSTOM ABUTMENT AND CROWN 

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Figure 1: Here is a example of a patient treated with a single implant to replace a missing lateral incisor

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Figure 1:  Naturally occurring concave appearance is a result of the missing tooth

Figure 2:  Temporary replacement of the missing tooth during this patients active orthodontic treatment. 

Notice the restored tissue contours as a result of bone expansion with implant placement.

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Figure 4:  Normal healing process with rebuilt ridge and implant ready to be restored

Figure 5:  Custom fabricated abutment with provisional restoration gives patient full function and

time to evaluate the appearance before the final crown is constructed.

Changes in appearance and function can easily be made at this time and evaluated before the final restoration is made.

The final restoration appears to "grow" out of the supporting tissues with natural appearance

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