Abutment

An abutment is a small piece, usually titanium or ceramic, that screws into the dental implant and holds the crown. The implant sits in the bone, the crown is what you see, and the abutment joins the two.

Once the implant has integrated into the bone, usually three to six months after it was placed. Sometimes, at the front, it goes in earlier with a temporary crown.

The shape and material of the abutment depend on the tooth's position, the thickness of the gum and the type of crown. A well-chosen abutment helps the gum settle neatly around the new tooth and makes cleaning easier. We choose it with you, in the treatment plan.