Practice abstract
British Dental Journal 204, 177 - 180 (2008)
Published online: 23 February 2008 | doi:10.1038/bdj.2008.99
Subject Categories: Case reports | Implants
Retrieval of a fractured abutment screw thread from an implant: a case report
J. Satterthwaite1 & L. Rickman2
- A technique to manage an unusual presentation of an implant abutment screw fracture is presented.
- Causes of abutment screw loosening and fracture are reviewed.
- Design features that improve the efficiency of the implant-abutment interface are discussed.
Abstract
This report describes the management of a loose cement-retained implant supported crown where the thread of the abutment screw had fractured away from the body of the screw and was retained within the implant. The importance of multi-disciplinary skills in the treatment of patients with implants is discussed.
- Lecturer/Hon Consultant in Restorative Dentistry, The University of Manchester, School of Dentistry, Higher Cambridge Street, Manchester, M15 6FH
- Clinical Assistant in Restorative Dentistry, The University of Manchester, School of Dentistry, Higher Cambridge Street, Manchester, M15 6FH
Correspondence to: J. Satterthwaite1 e-mail: julian.satterthwaite@manchester.ac.uk