[Cooperation between the dentist and the dental technician].

In prosthetic dentistry the final result is mainly determined by the co-operation within the team: the dentist, the implantologist, the dental technician and the patient. The technician is more and more involved in the composition and colouring of the dental restorations. In many laboratories a dental unit is available to maximise the co-operation and to involve the patient if necessary.

[Occlusion-building with tooth-colored restoration materials].

Severe localized or generalized tooth wear will result in loss of vertical dimension. Rehabilitation of the dimensional height is often required. A causal approach is the choice of preference to prevent progression of destructive processes.

[Front tooth replacement and the possible application of implants in young patients].

Oral implantology is a new treatment alternative and is often considered for treating the loss of teeth in patients of all ages. However, care has to be taken when using implants in younger patients, as implants in the growing patient can have considerable disadvantages. In this article indications, contra-indications and risks are discussed and an overview of conventional treatment alternatives is given.

[The transmandibular implant. From bone loss to bone growth--an investigation of 116 patients].

In a prospective study 116 consecutive patients were treated according to a revised protocol to induce and control bone growth. Revisions included: 1. lengthening of the transosseous posts and cortical screws between the mental foramina so that two threads extended beyond the alveolar crest of the mandible without protruding through the mucosa; and 2.

Procedure for fabrication of an implant-supported auricular prosthesis.

The procedure for fabrication of an implant-supported auricular prosthesis is described. Treatment is started during the preparatory phase of the surgical procedure because a favorable position of the implants for the epithesis must be chosen at that stage. The fabrication of an epithesis requires close collaboration among the prosthodontist, the maxillofacial technician, and the patient.