Prosthetic Protocols

Digital Overdenture Technique

Removable Zest LOCATOR® System

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Initial Appointment

  1. If an existing or immediate denture is present, create passive relief for each implant region
  2. Verify if denture seats comfortably over implant sites
  3. Proceed with a light body wash impression to capture LOCATOR abutments or housings in position
  4. Capture bite scan and complete a 360° scan of each denture.  Submit all records to AvaDent
LIGHT BODY WASH
DIGITALLY SCAN RECORDS

Try-In Appointment

  1. Try-in full-color prototype denture with locator pockets
    with LOCATOR housings in place
  2. Verify fit.  New records are needed if changes are made
  3. Verify esthetics, phonetics, and occlusion
  4. Make adjustments as necessary and confirm with patient
FULL-COLOR TRY-IN

Final Fit

  1. Deliver AvaMax Overdenture with LOCATOR recesses
    or standard AvaDent overdenture
  2. Use the chairside pickup technique to engage housings
  3. Confirm passive fit, retention, and provide patient care instructions
FINAL DENTURE
XCL-2
With or Without Titanium Frame
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