Abstract :
A five unit fixed dental prosthesis with a pier abutment poses a unique challenge of a fulcrum and torquing forces at the intermediate abutment. The use of a rigid connector can lead to localization of forces on the pier abutment. Therefore, the use of a non-rigid connector as a stress breaker has been advocated to alleviate the situation. The following case report describes the factors associated with a pier abutment situation and its successful management using a non-rigid connector.
Keyword :
Non-rigid connector, Pier abutment, Fixed Dental Prosthesis, Intermediate abutment, Stress breaker