This research is being done to evaluate the clinical, technical, biological, and aesthetic results of two different fabrication methods (additive and subtractive) for creating implant-supported fixed dental prostheses (iFDPs). Patients will receive an iFDP, meaning an implant-supported crown, according to regular treatment protocols. The fabrication method used to create the implant-supported crown will be decided in a randomised way. Clinical and radiological examinations will be performed prior to and when receiving the implant-supported crown and during a follow-up period of 3 years. Furthermore, technician- and patient-reported outcomes will be evaluated used questionnaires.
Signed Informed Consent Form in English language
≥ 20 years of age
In need of at least one definitive screw retained premolar or molar iFDP on an existing dental implant (Straumann AG)
Presence of at least one adjacent tooth at the implant site
Pregnant or lactating women
Known or suspected non-compliance, drug or alcohol abuse
Severe periodontal and peri-implant disease
Harvard Medical School (HMS and HSDM)
Lead sponsor
University of Zurich
Collaborator