Patent ID: 6746244
Filing Date: 2004-06-08
Classification: A61C

Abstract:
A method for placing a temporary dental prosthesis in the jawbone of a human patient, the method comprising the steps of:implanting a dental implant into the jawbone of the patient; providing a temporary prosthesis having an internal metallic core and an external ceramic crown, wherein the temporary prosthesis is prefabricated to have an anatomical size and shape of a natural human tooth; connecting the temporary prosthesis to the implant such that the temporary prosthesis is in a non-occlusive and non-functional position; leaving the temporary prosthesis connected to the implant for a healing period between one and nine months; removing the temporary prosthesis after the healing period; and replacing the temporary prosthesis with a permanent prosthetic tooth that is in an occlusive and functional position in the jawbone.