The esthetic outcome of implant-supported restorations is affected by the implant position. A
well-placed implant will allow appropriate contours of the restoration and together with an
adequate volume of soft tissue will result in a functional and esthetic restoration. When a screwretained
restoration is anticipated, an implant that is angled too far facially would be esthetically
unacceptable.
In 2004, an abutment called the Dynamic Abutment (Talladium International Implantology) became
commercially available. This abutment can allow a deviation of the restoration screw access angle
to the implant angle of up to 28 degrees while allowing a screw-retained restoration to be connected
directly to the platform of the implant. The purpose of this article was to describe the
components, technique, and clinical use of this abutment.
Author: Eva Berroeta
Published: The Journal of Prosthetic Dentristy