Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume 86, Issue 5 , Pages 549-550, November 2001

Retrieval technique for fractured implant screws☆☆☆★

College of Dentistry, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky.

Abstract 

Fractured screws generally are challenging to remove. The technique described in this article involves the use of inexpensive instruments commonly found in dental offices. The force required to remove the broken screw is minimal provided that the screw threads have not been damaged previously. A high degree of manual dexterity is required, however, to prevent damage to the implant itself; thus, this may not be the procedure of choice for inexperienced practitioners. (J Prosthet Dent 2001;86:549-50.)

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☆ aAssociate Professor and Director, Section of Fixed Prosthodontics, Department of Oral Health Practice.

☆☆ bAssistant Professor, Department of Oral Health Practice.

★ Reprint requests to: Dr Russell T. Williamson, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, Department of Oral Health Practice, Division of Restorative Dentistry, Chandler Medical Center, D-638, Lexington, KY 40536-0297, Fax: (859) 257-1847, E-mail: rtwill01@pop.uky.edu

PII: S0022-3913(01)19194-8

doi:10.1067/mpr.2001.118922

Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume 86, Issue 5 , Pages 549-550, November 2001

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