Rehabilitation of partially edentulous cases with telescope crowns: modified, fully veneered tapered crowns

Telescope crowns are well established as prosthodontic retainers for removable partial dentures. After a short review of the advantages and disadvantages of telescope crowns, the specifies of tapered crowns are described. By the use of appropriate tooth preparation and the fabrication of modified, f...

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Published inParodontologie (Berlin, Germany) Vol. 2; no. 1; p. 61
Main Authors Kern, M, Woerner, W
Format Journal Article
LanguageGerman
Published Germany 01.02.1991
Subjects
Aged
Crowns
Dental Restoration, Permanent
Dental Veneers
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Male
Mouth, Edentulous - rehabilitation
Periodontal Diseases - prevention & control
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Summary:Telescope crowns are well established as prosthodontic retainers for removable partial dentures. After a short review of the advantages and disadvantages of telescope crowns, the specifies of tapered crowns are described. By the use of appropriate tooth preparation and the fabrication of modified, fully resin-veneered tapered crowns, it is possible to improve on the crown contours and the aesthetics provided by conventional tapered crowns. Periodontal prophylactic conditions are also considered.
ISSN:0937-1532