Implants Practice Test

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to dental implants, including types of components, material specifications, and definitions.

Impression Coping

An appliance placed in the impression to copy the implant in the patient’s mouth.

Scan Body

Used intraorally for digital implant impressions.

Implant Abutment Design

Typically designed in a concave shape.

Engaging Screw

Used for single units in implant restorations.

Non-engaging Screw

Used for multiple units in implant restorations.

CAD/CAM Abutment Material

Can be made from titanium and zirconia, among other materials.

Implant Screw Material

The most common material used for an implant screw is titanium.

Open Tray Impression

Also known as a pick-up impression, used for certain types of implants.

Interocclusal Space for Screw Retained Crown

Requires a minimum of 2.0 mm of interocclusal space.

Osseointegration

The bond that connects a dental implant with living bone.

Dr. Branemark Concept

Refers to the osseointegration principle in dental implants.

UCLA Abutment

Used for both screw retained and cement retained implants.

Hexed Insert

Used for both single and engaging implants.

Implant Retained Denture

Denture that is removed by the patient.

Mandibular Complete Denture Implants

Requires a minimum of 2 implants to retain effectively.

Wrap-Around Bar Shape

Ideal shape is typically square.

Custom Abutment Contour

Should have a subgingival contour that is convex.

Healing Abutment Shape

The healing abutment is usually convex.