Overview: Learn how to safely use the Abutment Insertion Guide for single or multiple abutment placement and final cementation procedures.
Use the Insertion Guide
The Insertion Guide is intended for temporary use during the placement of single or multiple abutments.
Precautions and Warnings
Single Use Only: This product is intended for single use; reuse increases risks of infection and performance failure.
Sterilisation: Do not autoclave or use dry heat sterilisation, as thermal treatment will damage the guide.
Disinfection: Perform chemical disinfection (e.g., Cidex OPA Solution - 0.55% ortho-phthaldehyde) before use.
Aspiration Risk: Take care when handling small components to prevent swallowing or aspiration.
Try in the Guide
Place the guide in the patient’s mouth before inserting any abutments.
Confirm the guide provides a tight and secure fit.
Place the Abutment in the Guide
Insert the abutment into the guide, ensuring proper orientation and timing.
Verify the guide holds the abutment securely; you should feel slight resistance during insertion.
Insert the Abutment
Hold the guide gently and seat it onto the patient’s teeth.