J Dent Rehabil Appl Sci.  2015 Mar;31(1):60-66. 10.14368/jdras.2015.31.1.60.

Removal of fractured implant screws: case report

• Kim TS
• Lee JH
• Lee WS
• Lee SY

• KMID: 2155032
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.14368/jdras.2015.31.1.60

Abstract

Screw loosening and screw fracture of abutment is one of most frequent mechanical complications in implant restoration. Fractured fragments in implant restoration like abutment and screw should be completely removed and the procedure needs minimal damage to the fixture of implant. In some cases, it could fail to remove fractured fragments and cause a lot of damage to the fixture of implant. These situations could render implant unusable at the worst. This article describes three different situations and simple techniques for successful removal of fractured fragments without damage of implants. The procedures used are described in this clinical report.

Keyword

dental implant; screw frature; abutment fracture; screw removal; screw loosening

MeSH Terms

Dental Implants
Dental Implants