Lab Tribune Middle East & Africa No. 1, 2019
The many characteristics of a long-term hybrid abutment crown
The many characteristics of a long-term hybrid abutment crown
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Vol.9_LT.indd PUBLISHED IN DUBAI January-February | No. 1, Vol. 9 www.dental-tribune.me The many characteristics of a long-term hybrid abutment crown Viteo Base is the basis for the production of implant-supported single tooth restorations By Marie Reinhardt, Liechtenstein This article presents the new titanium bonding base Viteo Base for implant-supported single tooth restorations. The prefabricated prosthetic component has been specially developed for use together with ceramic restorative materials: Viteo Base has various characteristics that simplify the path to aesthetic, long-lasting implant restorations. The prefabricated connecting surface geometries are compatible with various implant systems. Viteo Base can be processed using the press technique (IPS e.max Press) and, alternatively, with CAD/ CAM technology (Telio CAD, IPS e.max CAD). In the present case, the working steps involved in producing a pressed implant crown and the advantages of the Viteo Base will be shown. Implant prosthetics is an ever growing segment. It is becoming more and more popular to close single tooth gaps with an implant and the corresponding restoration in order to preserve the surrounding tooth substance. Modern prosthetic concepts and state-of-the-art materials enable the fabrication of functional and aesthetic restorations. Titanium bonding bases unite the advantages of a prefabricated component with those of a custom-made abutment: In a comparatively simple manner, the natural oval shaped emergence profile of the tooth is adapted to the round emergence profile of the implant. The design of the restoration and its connection to the underlying titanium bonding base are ultimately the elements which are essential for the success of the restoration. Many characteristics, specifically incorporated to enhance the restoration material With the new Viteo Base, the dental technician is provided with a titanium bonding base which ideally compliments press and CAD ceramics (Fig. 1). This has numerous advantages, which will be discussed further throughout this article. The special soft edge design without sharp edges and protrusions, the recessed rotation protection and the preconditioned bonding surface of the titanium bonding base are responsible for these benefits. The connection between the titanium bonding base and the implant is certified and coordinated with the most commonly used implant systems. Viteo Base is available in two diameters: MD (Medium Design) and SD (Small Design). The chosen implant system determines the diameter to be used. Infor- mation on which implant system is suitable for which Viteo Base; which scan abutment is to be used; which restoration material can be applied and which Viteo Base components are available, is provided in a special combination table. This is available on the Ivoclar Digital website. Shortening from 6 to 4 mm Depending on the prosthetic situation, the Viteo Base can be shortened from 6 mm to 4 mm. This is carried out easily using a separating disc. A special tool, the Viteo Base Trimmer, restores the soft edge design (rounded design for even force distribution) after the shortening process. The following case study illustrates this procedure: A hybrid abutment crown is produced using the press technique in the usual manner. The crown is created in wax on the titanium base according to the respective clinical situation, then converted into press ceramic and cemented to the Viteo Base before being screwed into the patient’s mouth. when it is cemented to the restoration material and it acts as a “guide”. In addition, the minimum thickness of the restorative can be maintained; the cement gap is even throughout the restoration. Stress can therefore be avoided. The space available in relation to the antagonist tooth was ideal for the full-ceramic crown supported by a 6-mm titanium bonding base (Fig. 3). In other cases, it may be necessary to reduce the height of the Viteo Base to 4 mm with a separating disc. The shaft height must be no less than 4 mm. This is laser-marked on the abutment shaft. The Viteo Base Press Sleeve, a modelling aid made from acrylic, is used to support the wax crown. The adhesive surface of the titanium bonding base is preconditioned, which means it is too rough for the wax to be applied directly. This is where the Viteo Base Press Sleeves come into play. As with the titanium bonding bases, they are available in two sizes (SD, MD). In this case the sleeve diameter was size MD, to suit the selected Viteo Base (Fig. 4). The Viteo Base Press Sleeve was then shortened with a ÿPage B2 AD Starting situation in the laboratory An osseointegrated implant in region 46 required a full ceramic crown. The soft tissue was optimally shaped during the healing phase with a temporary restoration (Telio CAD). This was the ideal preparation method for an implant-supported crown made from IPS e.max Press. A screw-retained crown was selected in order to avoid any risk of residual cement. The master model was produced from the implant impression. A gingival mask was created to allow an exact assessment of the soft tissue situation and the emergence profile. The press technique was selected for this case, which meant that the modelled tooth shape and the occlusion could be transferred directly into the ceramic. In order to benefit from a high degree of material strength and good aesthetics, a monolithic restoration was selected. The original Preparation The titanium bonding base Viteo Base was chosen according to the implant system in size MD, then placed on top of the laboratory implant and screw-fixed with a torque of approx. 5 Ncm (Fig. 2). The recessed anti-rotation protection (vertical groove) was positioned distally in the jaw for the production of the restoration. The Viteo Base can also be positioned in a mesial direction. The recessed antirotation protection is located vertically throughout the entire length of the shaft. It ensures that the titanium bonding base is situated correctly All ceramic, all you need. www.ivoclarvivadent.com Ivoclar Vivadent AG Bendererstr. 2 | 9494 Schaan | Liechtenstein | Tel. +423 235 35 35 | Fax +423 235 33 60[2] =>DTMEA_No.1. Vol.9_LT.indd B2 LAB TRIBUNE Dental Tribune Middle East & Africa Edition | 6/2018 ◊Page B1 Fig. 1: The assortment: Viteo Screw Channel Pin, Viteo Base Press Sleeve, Viteo Base, Viteo Screw, (from the left), Fig. 2: The Viteo Base MD screwed together with the laboratory implant Fig. 3: Starting situation with the titanium bonding base on the model Fig. 4: Viteo Base with the unshortened Viteo Base Press Sleeve in place Fig. 5: Shortening the Viteo Base Press Sleeve with the separating disc Fig. 6: Isolating the Viteo Screw Channel Pins to lengthen the screw channel Fig. 7: Carving of the crown in wax Fig. 8: Checking the wax crown for shape and function on the model Fig. 9: The wax crown lifted from the Viteo Base Fig. 10: Spruing the crown in preparation for the pressing procedure Fig. 11a: Checking the position of the crown in the ring base with the IPS Multi Sprue Guide. Fig. 11b: IPS Multi Sprue Guide Fig. 12: In preparation for pressing: IPS e.max Press Multi ingot, disposable plunger, aluminium oxide plunger diamond separating disc (Fig. 5). The fit of the press sleeves on the titanium base in the region of the screw channel and margin was thoroughly checked. In order to ensure that the wax can be simply lifted off later on, the titanium bonding base was first isolated in the area of contact to the Press Sleeve. Waxing-up the crown The crown in region 46 was waxedup according to the required shape, morphology and function. For this purpose, the screw channel had to be lengthened in the occlusal area. A special pin (Viteo Screw Channel Pin) made of acrylic was inserted directly into the screw channel. This also protected the screw channel from contamination. After the crown had been waxed-up, the pin was simply removed. The detailed occlusal surface was left undamaged. The pin was isolated before being inserted into the screw channel and the crown was subsequently carved in wax (Figs. 6 and 7). The crown was waxed-up in the conventional manner, taking both dynamic function as well as static occlusion into consideration (Fig. 8). The wax crown was lifted easily from the titanium base (Fig. 9). Time and effort invested in this working step proves worthwhile after the pressing process: The more detailed the wax pattern is, the less rework is necessary on the pressed restoration. Fig. 13: Cooling the ring down after pressing Transferring the wax crown into ceramic Lithium-disilicate glass ceramic IPS e.max Press is well proven for good press results in ceramic. High strength of 470 MPa, exceptional esthetics and excellent light-optical properties ensure a life-like restoration. The polychromatic press ingot IPS e.max Press Multi, with lifelike graduating colour and translucency from the dentin structure to the incisal edge, gives monolithic restorations the desired aesthetic appearance. In general, after pressing, the restoration only requires glazing or it can be customized with the IPS Ivocolor stains. The versatile Press Multi ingot The IPS e.max Press Multi ingot has significantly more chroma in the lower region than in the upper third. A special spruing technique is used in order to ensure that the ingot’s colour layers are in the correct position on the crown after pressing. For this purpose, the waxed crown was connected to the side of the ring base. Instead of wax rods, a prefabricated precision wax pattern (IPS e.max Press Multi Wax Pattern) was used. The wax crown was positioned vertically centred to the wax pattern and attached at the mesiobuccal side, so that an optimal colour graduation could be achieved in the visible area (Fig. 10). The crown was sprued onto the 200-g IPS Multi ring base. The occlusal surface of the wax crown was pointed towards the bottom of the ring base. The sprue position was checked with the IPS Multi Sprue Guide 200 g (a type of template) (Fig. 11). New investment material used The object was invested using a new investment material: IPS PressVest Premium. After mixing, investing and setting, the ring was placed in a preheating furnace (850 °C) for 60 minutes. The press ingot (IPS e.max Press Multi, shade A 3.5), the disposable plunger and the aluminium oxide plunger (IPS e.max Press Multi One Way Plunger and IPS Alox Plunger) were then placed into the preheated furnace (Fig 12). The ingot and the plungers were not preheated. After placing the assembled press ring into the preheated press furnace (Programat EP 5010), the pressing program was started. After pressing, the ring was removed from the furnace and allowed to cool slowly (Fig. 13). Using glass blasting beads, the ring was first divested roughly (4 bar pressure) and then finely (2 bar pressure). The fit of the pressed crown on the Viteo Base was checked. In this case, the crown was a little too tight; it was adjusted with a diamond grinding bur (Fig. 14). The crown was then screwed onto the master model together with the titanium bonding Fig. 14: Fitting the ceramic crown on the Viteo Base base. The proximal contact points were checked, along with the static and dynamic occlusion. Any interfering contacts were removed before the try-in in the mouth. Fig. 15: For better handling, the Viteo Base, screwed onto the laboratory implant, was attached to the Viteo Holder and then silicone was applied for the first clinical try-in. Trying-in the hybrid abutment crown in the mouth Before the ceramic crown was permanently cemented with the Viteo Base, there was a clinical try-in. The two parts were temporarily attached to each other with a thin flowing impression silicone (Virtual Extra Light Body Fast Set). The titanium bonding base was screwed to the laboratory implant. In this case, the Viteo Holder made handling easier. The ceramic structure was then placed correctly on the Viteo Base and the position was marked with a water-resistant pen. The two parts were then separated from one another and cleaned with the steam jet. Then the screw channel of the Viteo Base was closed with the Viteo Screw Channel Pin. The silicone (Virtual Extra Light Body Fast Set) was applied to the adhesive surfaces of the Viteo Base and the pressed ceramic structure. Both objects were then reconnected into the correct, previously marked position (Figs 15 to 17). Excess material was carefully removed with an instrument after the silicone had set (Fig. 17). The try-in confirmed the good fit In the clinical try-in, the dentist checked the emergence profile, the proximal contacts and the occlusion of the crown. The try-in in the patient’s mouth confirmed the good fit of the restoration. Note: The lightoptical properties cannot be assessed during the try-in. Firstly, the ceramic is still matt at this time as it is still unfinished. Secondly, the permanent luting composite (Multilink Hybrid Abutment) has different degrees of translucency, through which the Viteo Base visually “disappears”. Regardless of these limitations, it was apparent that IPS Ivocolor stains would be needed to optimally adjust the shade of the crown’s occlusal surfaces to adapt to and harmonize with the surrounding teeth. ÿPage B3[3] =>DTMEA_No.1. Vol.9_LT.indd B3 LAB TRIBUNE Dental Tribune Middle East & Africa Edition | 6/2018 ◊Page B2 Fig. 17: Removing the excess silicone after setting Figs 18 to 19: Characterization of the ceramic crown with the universal stain and glaze assortment of IPS Ivocolor Fig. 20: These instruments are required for luting the Viteo Base together with the ceramic object. Fig. 21: Conditioning the surface of the titanium bonding base Fig. 22: Etching the bonding surface of the ceramic object. Fig. 23: Applying the luting composite Fig. 24: Removing the excess material during the setting phase Fig. 25: Carefully polishing the joint Fig. 26: Polishing the crown after insertion Finishing the crown/individualization The pressed IPS e.max crown was stained with the universal stain and glaze range of IPS Ivocolor (Fig. 18). A warm colour was applied to the central fissure to give the impression of depth. The cusp tips were accentuated with white (Fig. 19). A wash of blue stain was gently added to the incisal area to intensify the translucency of the crown. After the stains had been fired, the IPS Ivocolor Glaze Paste was applied to the crown and Glaze firing was carried out. The contacts were then checked again in the articulator. Permanent cementation of the prosthetic implant restoration (Fig. 20) The cementation process of a ceramic crown and titanium bonding base is a delicate working step, which requires high precision. Since the Viteo Base is already preconditioned, it does not have to be sandblasted before cementation. This saves one working step and therefore saves time. Nevertheless, this does not apply if the abutment was shortened. The shortened surfaces have to be re-sandblasted in order to achieve an ideal bond and a good marginal seal. In this case, however, the Viteo Base was used with a 6-mm shaft height and was not shortened. The titanium bonding base was immediately cleaned in the ultrasonic bath and then additionally steam cleaned. In doing so, all wax residues and other impurities could be removed thoroughly prior to the bonding procedure. A uniform matt surface colour showed that the drying and conditioning process was successful. As with the temporary placement procedure, the titanium bonding base was cemented on the laboratory implant and placed in the Viteo Holder for easy handling. The ceramic object had been previously marked with a water-resistant pen for correct positioning and subsequent bonding with the Viteo Base. The universal primer Monobond Plus ensures optimal bonding to the metal. It was applied to the bonding surface of the Viteo Base and allowed to act for 60 seconds (Fig. 21). Any excess was dried with oil-free compressed air. Etching gel was applied to the bonding surface of the ceramic object (IPS Ceramic Etching Gel) (Fig. 22), then the area was thoroughly rinsed and dried. Next, Monobond Plus was applied to the ceramic surface and allowed to act for 60 seconds. Any excess was blown away. Alternatively, the innovative single-component primer Monobond Etch & Prime can be used here: It etches and silanizes the glassceramic surfaces in one working step. Before cementation, the screw channel had to be closed in order to prevent composite residues from falling into it. The Viteo Screw Channel Pin was used for this purpose. For easier handling, this was shortened and then inserted into the Viteo Base screw channel. The IPS e.max Press ceramic structure was bonded to the Viteo Base using the Multilink Hybrid Abutment self-curing luting composite, which is specially developed for the permanent cementation of ceramic structures to titanium/titanium alloy bases. It is available in two levels of translucency. In this case we used the version with a higher degree of opacity (HO 0) (Fig. 23). The Multilink Hybrid Abutment composite was applied to the bonding surface of the Viteo Base and to the inner surfaces of the ceramic object. Thanks to the previously applied pen mark, both components could be easily placed in the correct end position. The ro- tation protection, which runs along the entire length of the shaft, acted as a guide. Both components were firmly pressed together for five seconds. Any excess composite – a gel-like consistency – was removed with an instrument during the setting phase (Fig. 24). The application of Liquid Strip glycerine gel on the joint prevented an inhibition layer from forming during setting. After seven minutes, the glycerine gel was rinsed off with water and the Viteo Screw Channel Pin was removed from the screw channel. Finally, the joint was carefully smoothed over with a fine rubber polisher at low speed (<5000 rpm) and gentle pressure. In order to leave the connection to the implant as untouched as possible, it is advisable to leave the Viteo Base in the Viteo Holder, or at least screw it onto a laboratory implant. The restoration was polished with goat hair brushes and universal polishing paste (Fig. 25). A smooth and homogeneous surface is important, so that the gingiva can adapt properly to the restoration. Inserting the prosthetic implant restoration The assembled and cleaned hybrid abutment crown was prepared for insertion in the mouth. It is advisable to autoclave the hybrid abutment crown prior to intraoral insertion. The temporary Telio CAD restoration in region 46 was removed by the dentist, the implant lumen was flushed (Cervitec Liquid) and the peri-implant tissue (emergence profile) was examined. The crown was screwed to the implant using the originally packed Viteo Screw. It was tightened according to the torque specified by the manufacturer. By screwing the crown in place instead of cementing it, the risk of cement residues in the peri-implant area could be excluded. The screw channel in the occlusal area was sealed with the light-curing esthetic composite IPS Empress Direct. The restoration adapted harmoniously to the surroundings in the mouth in terms of its shape, shade and function. The emergence from the soft tissue corresponded to that of the natural dentition thanks to the prepared emergence profile and the individual design of the structure (basal). Conclusion Ideally coordinated with ceramic materials The Viteo Base is ideally suited for use with ceramic materials: It helps to avoid chipping problems, the lack of or weakness of a bond or inadequate force distribution. One of the advantages of the Viteo Base is the special soft edge design without sharp edges and protrusions, which on one hand strengthens the restoration material and on the other hand provides optimal force distribution under pressure. The preconditioned, in other words sandblasted surface saves an additional working step and therefore saves time. In combination with the appropriate composite system, it ensures a secure connection of the titanium base and the restoration material. This is a key factor for the longevity of the restoration and its integration into the oral environment. Due to the industrial preconditioning the surface of the Viteo Base is very uniform. Together with the appropriate composite (e.g. Multilink Hybrid Abutment), it ensures a permanent marginal seal. The recessed rotation protection means the cement gap is very even. Compressive or tensile stresses are avoided. The restoration material is strengthened. In addition, the Viteo Base’s shaft height can be easily adjusted to suit the prosthetic restoration: It can be shortened from 6 mm to 4 mm. As a result, optimal support of the restoration material is achieved by the titanium bonding base. The restorative material and the Viteo Base together form a coordinated unit and are the basis for clinical success. In the production of an implantsupported single-tooth restoration, the Viteo Base components enable a smooth manufacturing process. In this present case, a hybrid abutment crown was produced in IPS e.max Press using the press technique. The ceramic crown, produced in the conventional manner, was cemented to the Viteo Base. The recessed rotation protection acted as a guide. An ideal bond was achieved with the appropriate materials for conditioning and placement. The hybrid abutment crown was screwed in place in the mouth. It fits harmoniously into the overall appearance of the mouth. Marie Reinhardt, DT Schaan/Liechtenstein[4] =>DTMEA_No.1. 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