How do you order Locator abutments?

How do you order Locator abutments?

Select the proper Locator abutment based on the prosthetic platform and the tissue height. Measure the tissue thickness from the top of the implant to the crest of the gingiva at its highest point. Choose the abutment cuff height that exactly equals the tissue height or is slightly taller.

How do you torque locator abutment?

The margin of the LOCATOR® abutment should be positioned slightly above the height of the soft tissue. Hand tighten the abutment with the LOCATOR® driver. Then torque the abutment to 35 Ncm using the Straumann ratchet with torque control device and LOCATOR® driver.

How are Zest locators measured?

Using a periodontal probe, measure the height of the gingiva at the highest point and select the cuff height of the LOCATOR Abutment that corresponds to that measurement. If it is 2mm, choose a 2mm cuff height. An additional 1.5mm of Abutment height will extend above the gingiva to accommodate for the Denture Cap.

Are Snap In dentures good?

Compared with conventional dentures, snap-in dentures tend to fit better and are more comfortable. There is less friction on the gums as a result of wearing a snap-in denture. Many people consider snap-in dentures to be more natural looking than conventional dentures.

How do I choose a locator size?

How do I know what size dental implant to get?

The size of an implant used to be determined primarily by the existing bone volume in height, width, and length. The surgeon would select longer implants in the anterior regions of the mouth and shorter ones in the posterior areas because of the limits of the mandibular canal and maxillary sinus.

How expensive are snap-on dentures?

Snap-in dentures cost in the US anywhere from $1,000 to $10,000. The range is so wide because the price depends on how many implants you need, the materials used, and of course which clinic you go to.

How much bone is needed for a dental implant?

How Much Bone Is Needed Around a Dental Implant? As a general guideline, at least 1 mm of bone is required around a dental implant. More space is required when the implant is next to a tooth or another implant. If there is not enough bone to completely envelope the implant, a bone graft will be required.