A simplified method of preventing implant hex drive from aspiration or accidental swallowing during stage two implant recovery.

OBJECTIVES: To prevent accidental ingestion of implant hex dive. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Dental floss which is used to stabilize the hex drive is tied to the operator's finger ring to overcome sudden aspiration of fallen instrument. RESULTS: It showed excellent grip of the instrument during stage two uncover time and also saved operators time. CONCLUSIONS: Accidental aspiration or swallowing of the dental instruments during routine implant surgeries can be prevented by tying the implant instruments to the operator's ring with silk ligatures or dental floss.