During which stage is the final crown, bridge, partial denture, or full denture attached to the implant?

During which stage is the final crown, bridge, partial denture, or full denture attached to the implant?

• A. Surgical phase
• B. Restorative phase
• C. Healing phase
• D. Maintenance phase

Answer: (B)

Attaching the final prosthesis to an implant happens during the restorative phase. After the implant has integrated with the bone, this phase focuses on turning the implant into a functional, esthetic tooth replacement. It involves taking impressions, selecting the appropriate abutment, fabricating the final crown, bridge, partial denture, or full denture, and securely attaching it to the implant (screw-retained or cement-retained, as planned). The goal is proper fit, occlusion, and esthetics, with consideration for retrievability and maintenance. The surgical phase covers implant placement, the healing phase covers osseointegration and tissue healing, and the maintenance phase covers ongoing care after restoration.

Attaching the final prosthesis to an implant happens during the restorative phase. After the implant has integrated with the bone, this phase focuses on turning the implant into a functional, esthetic tooth replacement. It involves taking impressions, selecting the appropriate abutment, fabricating the final crown, bridge, partial denture, or full denture, and securely attaching it to the implant (screw-retained or cement-retained, as planned). The goal is proper fit, occlusion, and esthetics, with consideration for retrievability and maintenance. The surgical phase covers implant placement, the healing phase covers osseointegration and tissue healing, and the maintenance phase covers ongoing care after restoration.