Emergence Profile Angle Matters—Restoring Peri‐Implant Health by Adjusting Prosthetics—A Narrative Review
Long-term peri-implant health depends not only on surgical accuracy but also on biologically driven prosthetic design. Contours that respect the dimensions of the soft tissue complex, particularly concave, polished emergence profiles supported by adequately tall abutments, promote soft tissue stability, facilitate hygiene, and minimize the risk of inflammation or recession. While digital workflows offer precision in prosthetic design, clinicians must still apply sound biological principles and clinical judgment when planning and executing implant-supported restorations. A biologically driven approach, based on a clear understanding of peri-implant anatomy and guided by common sense, is essential for achieving predictable and esthetically successful outcomes.
Authors
- Miha Pirc (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0831-8905)
- Ronald E. Jung (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2055-1320)
- Jonathan X. Esquivel
- Franz J. Strauss
- Andrea Patrizzi
Institutions
- University of Zurich (CH)
- Universidad Autónoma de Chile (CL)
- Littoral Research Group (United States) (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry
- Published
- 2026-01-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/jerd.70109
- Primary Topic
- Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Universität Zürich