Guidelines for splinting implants.

STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Teeth and implants have different mobility patterns. Thus, it has been believed that implant-supported restorations should not be connected to natural teeth. However, this is not always the case. PURPOSE This article presents guidelines for connection of restorative components when implant abutments and natural teeth are involved. METHODS Methods of connection are discussed. CONCLUSION This article presents options for splinting of prosthetic components.

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