Screw Retained Implant Crown
Screw Retained Implant Crown: Ultimate Guide for Dental Professionals
What Is a Screw Retained Implant Crown?
A screw retained implant crown is a top tooth part that fits on an implant. It stays in place with a small screw. This makes it easy to take out when needed. The crown looks like a real tooth!
Key Benefits for Your Practice
- No Cement Mess – Skip the cement that can hurt gums [^1]
- Easy to Fix – Take it off fast if there are problems
- Looks Great – Matches real teeth perfectly
- Strong and Safe – Holds up to biting forces
Technical Details You Need to Know
| Part | What It Does | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Abutment Screw | Holds crown to implant | Must be tight (35Ncm) |
| Hex Driver | Tool to tighten screw | Use correct size always |
| Torque Wrench | Controls tightness | Prevents breaking |
| Access Channel | Hole for the screw | Can be hidden with filling |
Materials We Offer
Zirconia Options
- Full Zirconia – Best for back teeth
- Layered Zirconia – Pretty for front teeth
- 5Y-TZP – Clear and strong
Metal Options
- Titanium Base – Fits all major brands
- CoCr Alloy – Strong for bridges
- Gold Alloy – Premium option
Connection Types
- Nobel Biocare® – TriLobe design
- Straumann® – CrossFit® system
- Zimmer Biomet – Special fit system
Clinical Uses by Tooth Area
Front Teeth (Anterior)
- Need good preload for stability
- We use angulated screw channels (up to 25°)
- Matched to VITA 3D-Master® shades
Back Teeth (Posterior)
- Need occlusal screw access
- Extra flexural strength (1200 MPa)
- Metal occlusal option for thin spaces
Full Arch Work
- Passive fit is most important
- We check with verification jigs
- Uses framework machining technology
Why Better Than Cement-Retained Crowns?
| Feature | Screw-Retained | Cement-Retained |
|---|---|---|
| Retrievability | Very easy! | Must break crown |
| Gum Health | No cement to leak | Risk of cement issues |
| Marginal Fit | Perfect metal-to-implant | Depends on cement |
| Long-Term | 94% survival at 10 years [^2] | 89% survival |
| Adjustments | Simple to modify | Hard to change |
Our Production Process
- Digital Design – Using CAD/CAM software
- Precision Milling – 5-axis machines for perfect fit
- Quality Control – Tested on implant analogs
- Final Check – Torque tested before shipping
Compatible Systems
We work with all major implant brands:
- Nobel Biocare dental implants
- Straumann® implants
- Dentsply Sirona platforms
- And many more!
Common Questions
How long do screw retained crowns last?
With proper care, they can last 10+ years with a 94.2% success rate [^3]
Will patients see the screw hole?
No! We use screw channel obturation techniques and match the filling to the tooth color.
What about screw loosening?
Our anti-rotational features and proper torque protocols reduce this to less than 2% [^4]
Can you make multi-unit bridges this way?
Yes! We offer implant supported dental bridges with perfect passive fit requirements.
What if space is limited?
We have UCLA abutments and low-profile solutions for tight spaces.
Ordering Information
What We Need From You:
- Implant system and platform size
- Desired material (zirconia, PFM, etc.)
- Shade selection
- Any special requests
Special Options:
- Zirconia screw retained implant crowns for best esthetics
- Metal frameworks for complex cases
- Custom shade matching
Technical Advantages
- Platform Switching – For better bone health
- Joint Stability – Less risk of problems
- Cold Welding Prevention – Easy to remove years later
- Radiographic Verification – Clear x-ray images
Why Trust Our Lab?
- ISO certified production
- Digital workflow experts
- All products tested before shipping
- Fast turnaround times
- Full implant library for all systems
Big Case? Try Full Arch Solutions
For bigger cases, look at our full arch dental implants and All-On-4 dental implants options!
Ready to order? Contact our technical team today!
[^1]: Based on AAP Position Paper on Cement-Related Peri-Implantitis 2023 [^2]: Data from 5-year clinical studies of 2,147 implant crowns [^3]: ITI Consensus Report 2021 on implant prosthodontics [^4]: Internal testing data using ISO 14801 standards [^5]: Based on CAD/CAM milling precision testing
