Peri-Implant Bone Resorption during Healing Abutment Placement: The Effect of a 0.20 Chlorhexidine Gel vs. Placebo—A Randomized Double Blind Controlled Human Study

Figure 3

Explanatory images of all the treatments performed (a-l). (a) Residual crest. (b) Implant insertion. (c) Measurement of residual bone. (d) Gel inserted into the fixture. (e) Suture positioning. (f) Suture removal. (g) Second surgical stage. (h) A minimal inflammatory response was present below the healing screw. (i) Impression. (j) Abutment positioning and temporary crown delivery. (k-l) Definitive ceramic restoration delivery.

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