Tandkomponenter

Tandkomponenter is a term used in Scandinavian languages to describe the distinct parts that constitute a tooth or a tooth-supported restoration. It encompasses both natural tooth anatomy and modular elements used in dental prosthetics, as well as components that make up implant- and bridge-based rehabilitations. The concept helps clinicians and dental technicians discuss how a tooth is built and how restorations are assembled.

Natural tooth components include enamel, dentin, pulp, cementum, and the root. These tissues determine a tooth’s strength, color, sensation, and how it responds to caries, wear, or restorative procedures.

In dentistry, prosthetic tandkomponenter refer to the parts used to restore or replace a tooth or to connect a restoration to an implant or natural tooth. Examples include crowns that cover a prepared tooth, abutments that connect implants to the prosthesis, pontics that replace missing teeth in a bridge, and connectors or frameworks in fixed or removable restorations.

In implant dentistry, key tandkomponenter include the implant fixture (the surgically placed root analog), the abutment (the transfer between implant and crown), and the prosthetic crown or bridge. Additional elements, such as impression copings and screws, support accurate fabrication and seating.

Understanding tandkomponenter is essential for diagnosis, treatment planning, and achieving functional, durable, and aesthetically pleasing outcomes.