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Closed versus open tray technique

Key points

  • The open tray technique is specifically indicated when the implants are not sufficiently parallel to allow an impression to be withdrawn from multiple impression copings
  • The closed tray impression technique is utilized when the implants are sufficiently parallel to each other

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Implant prosthetics

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