446 Theories and techniques of oral implantology

Fig. 10-224. An outline for the template was made directly on the master stone model. (From Linkow, L. I.: Maxillary endosseous implants, Dent. Concepts 10[1]:14-24, 1966.)

Fig. 10-225. The template was held in position while the pins were individually driven through the holes.

Fig. 10-226. The pins were secured to the template and the template was secured to the fibromucosal tissue by fastening the pins with cold cure acrylic.

Fig. 10-227. The master stone model was poured from an elastic impression.

Fig. 10-228. A mesostructure framework consisting of five gold copings joined together with a connecting bar.

Fig. 10-229. The completed palateless denture with internal clip bars which secured it to the connection bar of the mesostructure. (From Linkow, L. I.: Maxillary endosseous implants, Dent. Concepts 10 [1] :14-24, 1966.)