45th Annual Allen A. Brewer Prosthodontic Conference

Stock vs. Custom Tibases: Managing the Implant Restorative Emergence Profile for Biologic Health and Stability

Stephen J. Chu, DMD, MSD, CDT

Date & Location

June 12, 2026
8:00 am – 4:45 pm

Doubletree by Hilton Hotel of Rochester
1111 Jefferson Road
Rochester, NY 14623

Lecture Synopsis

Replacing single teeth in the esthetic zone with dental implants is now a standard practice in implant dentistry. Digital dentistry has transformed restoration types and fabrication protocols in both laboratory and clinical settings. Original equipment manufacturers typically use stock abutments. However, if the subcritical emergence from the implant abutment interface is not optimal, it can affect the health and stability of both the hard and soft tissues. This presentation will compare stock and custom-designed abutments and discuss variations in subcritical and critical emergence using clinical examples and CAD designs.

Additionally, the appropriate scan bodes for single tooth restorations to accomplish specific treatment goals, such as angled screw channel capabilities or straight channel, will be discussed.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the criteria for subcritical and critical implant emergence profile
• Understand when stock components are appropriate
• Understand when custom designed abutments are required

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Contact

For more information, please reach out to Melody_Jones@urmc.rochester.edu or (585) 275-5043.