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The definition of a “successful implant” has evolved over the years to include, beyond functional utility, high esthetic outcomes. Nowadays, a definition of a successful dental implant includes, among others, the patient’s and clinician’s esthetic satisfaction, which is achieved by a restoration that is in harmony with the surrounding teeth and tissues [1]. The final restoration should match the size, form, and color of the adjacent teeth and be framed by soft tissues consistent in color, shape, and texture [2] (Fig. 2.1).

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