• Implants were assessed using clinical parameters such as marginal bone loss (MBL), pocket depth (PD), keratinized mucosa width (KMW), bleeding on probing (BoP), and the peri-implant condition (mucositis or peri-implantitis). (bvsalud.org)
  • Mucositis and peri-implantitis were found in 22.52% and 7.21% of implants, respectively. (bvsalud.org)
  • Patients with peri-implant mucositis (PiM) (Group 1) and peri-implantitis (Group 2) and individuals without peri-implant disease (Group 3) were included. (bvsalud.org)
  • Connective tissue sealing between the transmucosal area of the dental implant surface and the soft tissue is important for the long-term stability of dental implants. (alliedacademies.org)
  • In addition, to ease wound healing and soft tissue sealing, it is essential to have compatibility between the connective tissue and the implant neck region facing the gingiva [ 3 ]. (alliedacademies.org)
  • If soft tissues do not attach quickly and firmly to the implant, bacterial infections can occur around the implant neck region, precisely in the connective tissue, which can lead to peri-implant diseases [ 4 , 5 ]. (alliedacademies.org)
  • Osseointegration, as applied to dental implants, refers to the postinsertion result in which medullary bone has grown up to or into the material of the implant without interposition of a connective tissue layer between the bone and the alloplastic implant material. (medscape.com)
  • Dental Implant Nano-Engineering" Encyclopedia , https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/16662 (accessed December 06, 2023). (encyclopedia.pub)
  • Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 7.2 (2023): 40-45. (actascientific.com)
  • Pick RM, Coluard MD. Current status of laser in soft tissue dental surgery. (ijold.com)
  • Therefore, retaining the fibroblasts on the surface of a material is necessary to establish integration with soft tissue, and particularly for implant abutments sealing [ 7 ]. (alliedacademies.org)
  • However, implant failure and peri-implantitis are problems to be solved to provide long-term stability of the dental implants which depend not only on the integration into the surrounding bone [ 1 ], but also on the presence of the protective soft tissue sealing around the implant [ 2 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Surface modifications and the use of various coatings, as well as the development of the controlled release of antibiotics or proteins, have improved the osseointegration and soft-tissue integration of dental implants, as well as their antibacterial and immunomodulatory functions. (encyclopedia.pub)
  • Laser microtexturing of the collar of the dental implants provide stability of hard and soft tissue around dental implants. (actascientific.com)
  • A dental implant (also known as an endosseous implant or fixture) is a prosthesis that interfaces with the bone of the jaw or skull to support a dental prosthesis such as a crown, bridge, denture, or facial prosthesis or to act as an orthodontic anchor. (wikipedia.org)
  • We attempt to decipher the effects of submicron topography and microtopography on bone union phenomena and endosseous interface stability. (toysis.pics)
  • To retrospectively evaluate the clinical performance of zirconia endosseous implants. (docksci.com)
  • In the presence of healthy tissues, a well-integrated implant with appropriate biomechanical loads can have 5-year plus survival rates from 93 to 98 percent and 10 to 15 year lifespans for the prosthetic teeth. (wikipedia.org)
  • These implants are associated with immediate stability, high survival rates, favorable marginal bone loss, less postoperative discomfort, and increased satisfaction and quality of life of patients. (nih.gov)
  • RESULTS: The mean follow-up time was 74.08 months, and mean implant success and survival rates were 87.63% and 94.74%, respectively. (bvsalud.org)
  • They are considered an excellent alternative to complex procedures and have high survival rates after at least 2 years of follow-up, with compatible peri-implant local tissue response. (bvsalud.org)
  • Pjetursson and colleagues , reported that "the survival rates of implant-supported single crowns and fixed dental prostheses (FDPs) range between 89% and 94% at 10 years. (pocketdentistry.com)
  • The predictability and success of implant treatment are strongly related to the several loads and conditions to which the implant is submitted during its functional life. (allenpress.com)
  • 6 mm and ≤ 8.5 mm) implants after at least 2 years of functional loading. (bvsalud.org)
  • It is important to develop functional transmucosal implant surfaces that reduce the number of initially adhering bacteria and they need to be modified to improve the anti-bacterial performance. (hindawi.com)
  • Despite the favorable clinical results, there are still implant-related mechanical, biological and functional complications [ 14 ] [ 15 ] . (encyclopedia.pub)
  • Significantly greater success rates, enhanced bone-to-implant contact (BIC) and great- er biomechanical and functional stability have all been demonstrated by rough surface implants compared to those with smoother surfaces1. (readkong.com)
  • Therefore, in natural bone remodeling, the bonding phenomenon is limited to submicron interlocking [3], however, the long-term physical stability of the interface between new and old bone, which is crucial for the stability of skeletal tissue, depends on the higher-order morphology properties. (toysis.pics)
  • The quantity and quality of bone tissue available in the jaw typically define the characteristics (diameter and length) and the number of implants. (nih.gov)
  • If the native host bacteria win the race, tissue cells will not be able to displace these primary colonizers, and biofilm formation will occur developing into peri-implantitis [ 4 , 5 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • In addition to evaluation of the patient's underlying health, it is important to assess for preexisting periodontal disease as peri-implantitis, a periodontal condition similar to periodontitis that is associated with gingival tissue inflammation, pocket formation, and ultimately loss of bone that can lead to implant failure. (medscape.com)
  • From a biomechanical standpoint, several factors appear to be important in determining the success of implant placement as they relate to technique: stiffness of the tissue-implant interface, the quality of the supporting tissues, and implant diameter, particularly as it applies to short implants. (medscape.com)
  • Bony union means the interlocking of the cement matrix of the bone with the properties of the underlying implant surface. (toysis.pics)
  • In the 1960s, the first preclinical and clinical studies revealed that implants made of commercially pure titanium (Ti) could achieve anchorage in bone, which shifted the paradigm in implant dentistry [ 1 ] . (encyclopedia.pub)
  • 98 % have consistently been observed.12,14,15,20,21,22,29,30 The following information shows data from selected† key preclinical and clinical studies with Straumann's SLA® -surfaced implants, representing a range of indications, loading protocols and implant types. (readkong.com)
  • ARTICLE TITLE AND BIBLIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION: Reis INRD, do Amaral GCLS, Hassan MA, Villar CC, Romito GA, Spin-Neto R, Pannuti CM. The influence of smoking on the incidence of peri-implantitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. (bvsalud.org)
  • Through the mechanical flexural test, the implant/abutment resistance was evaluated with load applied perpendicular to the long axis in a mechanical testing machine (EMIC) under a speed of 0.5 mm/min. (allenpress.com)
  • The risks and complications related to implant therapy divide into those that occur during surgery (such as excessive bleeding or nerve injury), those that occur in the first six months (such as infection and failure to osseointegrate) and those that occur long-term (such as peri-implantitis and mechanical failures). (wikipedia.org)
  • Where necessary, we subjected the bone-implant interface to a mechanical fracture test. (toysis.pics)
  • The antibacterial characteristics of implants can be enhanced by mechanical, physical, chemical, and biochemical surface treatments. (hindawi.com)
  • Titanium (Ti) and its alloys offer favorable biocompatibility, mechanical properties and corrosion resistance, which makes them an ideal material choice for dental implants. (encyclopedia.pub)
  • Dental implants and implant-supported prostheses are common treatments for replacing missing teeth. (alliedacademies.org)
  • A total of 66 (59.46%) prostheses were screw-retained implant-supported restorations, and 45 (40.54%) were cemented. (bvsalud.org)
  • Since Branemark introduced the osseointegration concept, dental implants have been successfully used as a viable treatment option for edentulous patients. (allenpress.com)
  • The basis for modern dental implants is a biological process called osseointegration, in which materials such as titanium or zirconia form an intimate bond to the bone. (wikipedia.org)
  • A variable amount of healing time is required for osseointegration before either the dental prosthetic (a tooth, bridge, or denture) is attached to the implant or an abutment is placed which will hold a dental prosthetic/crown. (wikipedia.org)
  • Success or failure of implants depends primarily on the thickness and health of the bone and gingival tissues that surround the implant, but also on the health of the person receiving the treatment and drugs which affect the chances of osseointegration. (wikipedia.org)
  • [1] Osseointegration has become the focus of modern implantology, leading to the introduction and refinement of the osseointegrated root form implant. (nih.gov)
  • However, the long-term success of Ti-based dental implants may be challenged due to implant-related infections and inadequate osseointegration. (encyclopedia.pub)
  • Direct bone-to-implant contact, known as osseointegration, formed the foundation of oral implantology [ 2 ] . (encyclopedia.pub)
  • In the 1960s, Branemark introduced the concept of osseointegration as it applies to dental implants. (medscape.com)
  • Both mechanisms can facilitate retention of an implant, but osseointegration is considered more suitable for long-term implant success. (medscape.com)
  • Unfavorable biomechanical conditions can induce bone resorption and failures such as screw loosening, porcelain fracture, peri-implantitis, and patient dissatisfaction. (allenpress.com)
  • Implants are used to replace missing individual teeth (single tooth restorations), multiple teeth, or to restore edentulous dental arches (implant retained fixed bridge, implant-supported overdenture). (wikipedia.org)
  • Single tooth restorations are individual freestanding units not connected to other teeth or implants, used to replace missing individual teeth. (wikipedia.org)
  • A total of 93 (86.49%) short implants were splinted to another implant, and 15 out of 111 (13.51%) restorations were single implants. (bvsalud.org)
  • Multiple topical fluoride agents are available with different abilities to re-charge dental restorations. (edu.au)
  • Background: One of the crucial factors influencing the longevity of anterior aesthetic dental restorations is the colour stability of resin composites. (researchgate.net)
  • Transmucosal portion of the neck of mini-implant should be smooth and varies in length depending upon the mucosal thickness of the implant site. (nih.gov)
  • An ideal transmucosal implant surface exposed to the oral cavity is recommended to be highly polished to resist bacterial colonization and it is expected to allow the formation of an epithelial seal that prevents plaque accumulation leading to peri-implantitis [ 5 , 6 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • The laser technology offers a wide range of uses in dentistry with certain advantages to the general dental practitioner like bloodless surgery, minimal postoperative pain, reduction of operative time and high patient acceptance. (ijold.com)
  • This article explores the risks involved in the use of lasers in dentistry and suggests some of the laser safety protocols/measures that can be established in the dental office for prevention of laser injuries. (ijold.com)
  • Dental implants have become a widely applied treatment option in dentistry to replace missing teeth for function and esthetics. (hindawi.com)
  • Currently, microrough implant surfaces are the ' gold standard ' in implant dentistry. (encyclopedia.pub)
  • The goal is to bring forth proven contributions of evidence based dentistry in the complex discipline of dental implantology in a format that will strengthen the decision making process of the GP in the clinical setting. (pocketdentistry.com)
  • In the past 10 years, zirconium dioxide implants showed comparable preclinical and clinical outcomes as those of moderately rough Ti implants [ 10 ] . (encyclopedia.pub)
  • However, as the movement stress through the bone to the implant increased with healing time, such interfaces failed while others with submicron features superimposed on surfaces of increasing microtopographical complexity remained intact under stress. (toysis.pics)
  • In the 1990s, research findings reported that significantly stronger bone response and higher bone-to-implant contact were achieved in moderately rough or microrough implant surfaces [ 7 ] . (encyclopedia.pub)
  • Additionally, it was found that there was a tendency towards higher failure rates of machined (smooth) surface implants versus those with rough surfaces and in those placed where there was poor bone quality. (medscape.com)
  • Introduction Straumann® SLA - reliable and scientifically well documented Roughened surfaces for dental implants have consistently demonstrated advantages over the older machined- type titanium surfaces. (readkong.com)
  • Straumann's proprietary Sandblasted, Large-grit, Acid-etched (SLA®) surface has become one of the best documented rough surfaces in implantology, having shown advantages over other roughened implant surfaces1. (readkong.com)
  • Mirror-polished Ce-TZP/Al 2 O 3 might contribute to the success of implant therapy by its strong adhesion strength to gingival connective tissues with the developed focal contact-cytoskeleton complex. (alliedacademies.org)
  • Mini implants should be considered for retaining overdenture prosthesis as an alternative treatment when standard implant placement is not possible. (nih.gov)
  • When the bone is attached to the implant surface, the force that breaks the pattern causes the bone to detach from the bone-implant interface [5], [6]. (toysis.pics)
  • Sufficient bone-implant integration is primarily required for a successful dental implant [ 1 ]. (alliedacademies.org)
  • The position of implants is determined by the position and angle of adjacent teeth, by lab simulations or by using computed tomography with CAD/CAM simulations and surgical guides called stents. (wikipedia.org)
  • Common uses of dental implants The primary use of dental implants is to support dental prosthetics (i.e. false teeth). (wikipedia.org)
  • Dental implants may be used to replace single teeth, replace multiple teeth, or provide abutments for complete dentures or partials. (medscape.com)
  • Implants that are placed adjacent to teeth with periapical lesions may also be at greater risk of failure. (medscape.com)
  • The presence of dental caries on adjacent teeth is not a contraindication for implant placement, but lesions should be eliminated and teeth restored prior to proceeding with surgical procedures. (medscape.com)
  • An evolving field is the use of implants to retain obturators (removable prosthesis used to fill a communication between the oral and maxillary or nasal cavities). (wikipedia.org)
  • A crown (the dental prosthesis) is then connected to the abutment with dental cement, a small screw, or fused with the abutment as one piece during fabrication. (wikipedia.org)
  • Data on prosthesis type (single or splinted) and implant features were also obtained. (bvsalud.org)
  • Forty abutments were connected to external hex implants, divided into 4 groups (n = 10): FE (titanium alloy screw threaded in the extremity), LE (titanium alloy screw with solid lubricant and thread in the extremity), FT (titanium alloy screw with threaded in all its length), and LT (titanium alloy screw with solid lubricant and thread in all its length). (allenpress.com)
  • To investigate this experimentally, we implanted individually titanium alloy Implants of different superficial topographical complexity in the femur of rats for 6, 9 or 12 days. (toysis.pics)
  • Therefore, the use of mini implants to retain overdentures enables the use of less-complex surgical techniques since the reduced diameter of the implant permits its placement in areas with low bone thickness. (nih.gov)
  • Mini implants may be considered for the rehabilitation of patients who express dissatisfaction with conventional dentures and have limitations regarding the placement of standard implants. (nih.gov)
  • This topic focuses on the placement of single-tooth dental implants. (medscape.com)
  • Sinus augmentation in conjunction with implant placement is widely considered to be a predictable and successful treatment option for the edentulous posterior maxilla. (restorativedentistry.org)
  • The surface needs modification to optimize the antibacterial properties of the implant. (hindawi.com)
  • The aim of this study was to compare radiographic and clinical status and peri-implant sulcular fluid (PISF) prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) levels among patients with and without peri-implant disease. (bvsalud.org)
  • Zirconia dental implants: a clinical, radiographic, and microbiologic evaluation up to 3 years. (docksci.com)
  • Demographic information was collected, and peri-implant modified plaque and bleeding indices (mPI and mBI), probing depth (PD), and crestal bone loss (CBL) were recorded. (bvsalud.org)
  • Oral hygiene practices are very important after head and neck RT due to increased risks for dental caries and osteoradionecrosis. (edu.au)
  • Current medical/ dental literature on the COVID-19 pandemic suggests that dentists, oral surgeons, and otolaryngologists-head and neck surgeons are at high risk of contagion owing to the exposure to saliva, blood, aerosol, and droplets. (pocketdentistry.com)
  • The SLA® surface is available and has proven to be successful on various Straumann implant designs, Nar- row Neck implants,25 Wide Neck implants,26 Tapered Effect implants27 and short implants28. (readkong.com)
  • At the end of this article, the reader will be able to make efficient, intelligent, and methodical treatments based off current scientific research (systemic reviews, randomized controlled trials, meta-analysis, and retrospective studies) and the foundation of textbooks on dental implantology. (pocketdentistry.com)
  • In implants, Zirconium (Zr) abutments are potential substitutes to Titanium (Ti) and offer better aesthetic result [ 12 ]. (alliedacademies.org)
  • general dentists are also increasingly providing difficult surgical implant services. (medscape.com)
  • Consequently, it is crucial to improve the implant surface to increase its affinity with bone and connective tissues. (alliedacademies.org)
  • From another side, fibroblasts are important in connective tissues production, remodelling, and creating a peri-implant barrier [ 6 ]. (alliedacademies.org)
  • As internal junctions, an external-hex butt joint, axial preload of the abutment screw stabilizes the connection between the abutment and the implant fixture. (allenpress.com)
  • The implant fixture is first placed so that it is likely to osseointegrate, then a dental prosthetic is added. (wikipedia.org)
  • The amount of stress that will be put on the implant and fixture during normal function is also evaluated. (wikipedia.org)
  • In each case an abutment is attached to the implant fixture. (wikipedia.org)
  • In this context, the stability of the connection between different implant parts is crucial for the overall success of the rehabilitation. (allenpress.com)
  • Dental implants are also used in orthodontics to provide anchorage (orthodontic mini implants). (wikipedia.org)
  • Orthodontic treatment might be required prior to placing a dental implant. (wikipedia.org)
  • The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of the setting and the presence of solid lubricant on the abutment screw surface on the flexural strength of the joint implant/abutment/screw. (allenpress.com)
  • Where the prosthetic is fixed, the crown, bridge or denture is fixed to the abutment either with lag screws or with dental cement. (wikipedia.org)
  • For individual tooth replacement, an implant abutment is first secured to the implant with an abutment screw. (wikipedia.org)
  • Mini implants have a one-piece titanium screw with a ball-shaped head for denture stabilization or a square prosthetic head for fixed applications, instead of the classic abutment. (nih.gov)
  • therefore, PGE2 is a potential biomarker for the assessment of peri-implant health status. (bvsalud.org)
  • CONCLUSIONS: Within the limitations of this study, it is possible to conclude that short implants are a feasible treatment option for dental rehabilitation. (bvsalud.org)
  • While use of dental implants in the US has increased, other treatments to tooth loss exist (see Missing tooth replacement, Tooth Loss). (wikipedia.org)
  • [2] These aspects are some of the attractive factors that increase patient acceptance of mini-implant treatments. (nih.gov)
  • The volumes of collected PISF were significantly higher in patients with peri-implantitis (P (bvsalud.org)
  • Bone density around submerged implants that failed was found to be significantly less than in those implants that survived. (medscape.com)
  • Prevention and management of peri-implant disease. (perioabstracts.com)
  • Clinical Decision Making for Primary Peri-Implantitis Prevention: Practical Applications. (perioabstracts.com)
  • Mini implants present a reduced diameter (less than 3 mm), while narrow/conventional diameter implants typically have a diameter greater than 3 mm. (nih.gov)
  • [1] Excellent patient satisfaction was found while evaluating patients using overdentures supported with mini implants in terms of comfort, retention, chewing ability, and speaking ability. (nih.gov)
  • Long-term studies show a 16- to 20-year success (implants surviving without complications or revisions) between 52% and 76%, with complications occurring up to 48% of the time. (wikipedia.org)
  • Indeed, in a study originally aimed to show that the bonding phenomenon is chemical in nature, surface topography changes in the micrometer range were observed in hydroxyapatite ceramic implants, suggesting that micromechanical interlocking contributed to the bonding mechanism [8]. (toysis.pics)
  • MATERIALS AND METHODS: This observational and retrospective study included 114 posterior maxillary and mandibular implants placed in 27 women and 38 men with a mean age of 68.04 ± 9.07 years. (bvsalud.org)
  • Electrochemical anodization has been receiving increasing attention as a chemical surface modification method for fabrication of highly ordered nanotubular titanium oxide (TiO 2 ) layers for the medical implants as a cost-effective, versatile, and simple technique [ 8 - 11 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • 103-107 The US has seen an increasing use of dental implants, with usage increasing from 0.7% of patients missing at least one tooth (1999 - 2000), to 5.7% (2015 - 2016), and was projected to potentially reach 26% in 2026. (wikipedia.org)
  • Patients included in the study had received at least one short implant between 2001 and 2013, such that each implant was in occlusal function for at least 2 years by 2015. (bvsalud.org)
  • Patients with only long (≥ 10 mm) implants, patients with any systemic condition, and smokers were excluded from the study. (bvsalud.org)
  • A total of 22 patients with PiM, 22 with peri-implantitis, and 23 without peri-implant disease (controls) were included. (bvsalud.org)
  • There was a significant correlation between peri-implant PD and PISF PGE2 levels in patients with peri-implantitis (P (bvsalud.org)
  • According to several reviews, more than 20% of patients and 10% of implants will be affected by peri-implantitis 5-10 years after implantation [ 16 ] [ 17 ] . (encyclopedia.pub)
  • [ 3 ] A meta-analysis demonstrated a significant increase in the relative risk of implant failure in patients who smoked more than 20 cigarettes per day compared with nonsmokers. (medscape.com)
  • Randomly selected were 24 patients (mean age ± standard deviation [SD] 44.0 ± 11.1 years) who had dental implants in the dental center at the Arab American University in Ramallah, Palestine. (actascientific.com)
  • The modern-day dentist will need to be conservative and may need to implement payment plans as means to encourage patients to invest in implant treatment. (pocketdentistry.com)
  • There will be patients who were able to afford implants (before the pandemic) who will be unaffected, there may be another working class who (once were able) may not be in a position to afford or consider implants as a necessity. (pocketdentistry.com)
  • The modern-day dentist should be understanding, may have to be more conservative with their patients' treatment plan, and suggest to them ways of investing in an implant 1 or 2 at a time. (pocketdentistry.com)
  • Patients with tooth wear are commonly encountered in general dental practice. (restorativedentistry.org)
  • [ 4 ] A meta-analysis by Mustapha et al concluded that the failure rate of dental implants in smokers was 140.2% higher than the failure rate in nonsmokers. (medscape.com)
  • Parker S. Laser regulation and safety in general dental practice. (ijold.com)
  • Traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) in the paediatric population are common and frequently seen in general dental practice. (restorativedentistry.org)
  • Intelligent systems are used as an aid in determining the success rate of implants. (wikipedia.org)
  • There has been a significant lack of well-controlled prospective longitudinal studies comparing the success rates of different implant systems. (medscape.com)
  • Planning the position and number of implants is key to the long-term health of the prosthetic since biomechanical forces created during chewing can be significant. (wikipedia.org)
  • We show here that higher order topography in the micron or micron range is a prerequisite for long-term interface stability. (toysis.pics)
  • Overdentures retained by conventional implants exhibit good long-term results, but also present some limitations such as cost, difficulty with placing the implant in reduced buccolingual dimensions of bone without the need for bone-grafting procedures, and the presence of chronic systemic diseases that can prevent most advanced surgeries such as bone grafts and lateralization of the inferior alveolar nerve. (nih.gov)
  • Facial prosthetics, used to correct facial deformities (e.g. from cancer treatment or injuries) can use connections to implants placed in the facial bones. (wikipedia.org)
  • The dental office may need to implement down payments or payment plans (before treatment) as a way of encouraging implant care. (pocketdentistry.com)