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Saturday, 23 July 2011

Factors affecting Osseointegration


Factors affecting Osseointegration

Osseointegration can be affected by

*   Bone present

*   Implant placed

Bone factors affecting osseointegration

*   Sufficient thickness & quality  of bone

*   History of  Diabetes Mellitus

*   Habits like smoking & bruxism

Implant properties affecting Osseointegration

*   Material

*   Dimensions of Implant

*   Surface coatings


Surface design


Friday, 22 July 2011

Weiss' theory of fibrosseous integration


Weiss' theory of fibrosseous integration

*   There is a fibrosseous ligament formed between the implant & the bone.

*   This ligament is equivalent to the periodontal ligament found in the gomphosis.

*   He advocated early loading of the implant.

Tuesday, 19 July 2011

Osseointegration by Branemark

Osseointegration by Branemark

*   Implants integrate such that bone is laid very close to the implant without any intervening connective tissue
*   Implants should be left out of function during the healing period for osseointegration to occur.

Monday, 18 July 2011

Types of Integration

Types of Integration
Fibro- Osseous Integration

  Proposed by Weiss

    Osseointegration proposed
     By Branemark



Friday, 15 July 2011

HISTORY OF Osseointegration

HISTORY OF Osseointegration


*   1952- Branemark coined the term Osseointegration


Branemark,  a Swedish surgeon, while conducting research into the healing patterns of bone tissue, accidentally discovered that when pure titanium comes into direct contact with the living bone tissue, the two literally grow together to form a permanent biological adhesion. He named this phenomenon "osseointegration 

Thursday, 14 July 2011

Branemark’s Definition of Osseointegration

Branemark’s Definition of Osseointegration
  Branemark, a pioneer in implantology, has stated that osseointegration is a continuing structural & functional existence possibly in a symbiotic manner, between differentiated, adequately remodeled, biologic tissues & strictly defined & controlled synthetic components, providing lasting, specific clinical function without initiating rejection mechanisms.


Wednesday, 13 July 2011

Dental Implant - OSTEOINTEGRATION

OSTEOINTEGRATION

What is OSSEO INTEGRATION

Originally it was defined as a direct structural & Functional connection between ordered living Bone & the surface of a load bearing implant.
It is now said that an implant is regarded as
osseointegrated when there is no progressive
relative movement between the implant & the
bone with which it has direct contact.

Tuesday, 12 July 2011

Dental Implant - Final Verdict

Implants have to  :


• Provide mechanical support to the specific organ.

• Induce healing and bone formation.

• Be easily removed if needed.

• Have appropriate reactions with surrounding living tissues 
(biocompatibility).

• Resist the acting loads and probable overloads.

• Resist the long-term actions like fatigue, corrosion, ageing,..


• Be easily sterilized.








Monday, 11 July 2011

Dental Implant - Imaging

IMAGING  IN  DENTAL  IMPLANTOLOGY:

Ú    INTRAORAL PERIAPICAL RADIOGRAPHS (IOPA)

Ú    ORTHOPANTOMOGRAM (OPG)

Ú    COMPUTERISED TOMOGRAM (CT) / DENTASCAN

Ú    3D RECONSTRUCTION & StereoLithoGraphic Models

Ú Until recently, dentists have evaluated the jaw predominantly by using radiographs in their office. The development of dental computed tomographic (CT) reformatting programs, however, has completely revolutionized and changed the fashion in which we radiographically evaluate the jaw today.

Ú Dentists and oral surgeons were experiencing difficulty with the use of conventional radiographs to determine whether there was sufficient bone in the jaw to accommodate these implants. They also found it difficult to determine the exact location of the mandibular nerve and other important structures. As a result, dentists soon began to work with their colleagues in radiology, and a dental CT reformatting program was developed to resolve these issues.

Ú Today, these programs are used to evaluate patients with dental implants; in addition, they are being used to assess tumors, cysts , inflammatory disease, oroantral fistulas, silicone implants , fractures, and surgical procedures.

Ú The programs are useful because they provide accurate information about the height and width of the jaw, as well as information about the location of vital structures, such as the mandibular canal, mental foramen, mandibular foramen, incisive foramen, and maxillary sinuses.

Ú In addition, detailed information about internal anatomy and the relationship between lesions and the cortical margins and roots of the teeth can be established.

These programs are optimally used as an adjunct to, rather than a substitute for, conventional dental radiography. 

Sunday, 10 July 2011

Dental Implant - IDEAL REQUISITES & PATIENT EVALUATION


IDEAL  REQUISITES
    
 To achieve an osseointegrated dental implant with a high degree of predictability the implant must be-

Ú Sterile

Ú made of a highly biocompatible material

Ú Inserted with an atraumatic surgical  technique that avoids overheating of the bone.

Ú Placed with initial stability

Ú Not functionally loaded during the healing period

PATIENT  EVALUATION  :

Pre surgical investigations  :
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Ø    Patient’s history & Clinical Evaluation

Ø    Material biocompatibility

Ø    Implant dimensions

Ø    Implant surface & design

Ø    Host site – Soft tissue & Bone parameters

Ø    Dental Casts

Ø    Imaging

Saturday, 9 July 2011

Dental Implant - Parts of Implant

 PARTS  OF  IMPLANT  :

 1. Implant body for Fixture
                It is the component that is placed with in the bone during first stage of surgery.

 2. Healing screw
                During the healing phase this screw is normally placed in the superior surface of body.
     Function: Prevents the growth of the tissue over the edge of  the implant.

 3. Healing caps:
                   Are dome shaped trans-epithelial attachments placed over the sealing screw after the second stage of surgery & before insertion of prosthesis.
              Also called Permucosal extension or Gingival former.

 4.Abutments
                  part of implant which resembles a prepared tooth & supports &/or retains the prosthesis or implant Superstructure.
          Three types – 1. for screw retention
                                    2. for cement retention
                                    3. for attachment
          Each of the three are further classified as  Straight or Angled abutments.

 5. Hygiene cover screw
                Placed over abt for screw retn. to prevent debris & calculus from invading the internally threaded portion of abutment during prosthesis fabrication.

 6. Impression posts ( Transfer coping )
                To position an analogue in an impression.
                Two types -  1. Implant body transfer coping
                                    2.  Abutment transfer coping
                Two basic restorative techniques used & each uses a different design transfer coping – Indirect & direct.

 7. Implant analogue
                Implant body analogue & Implant abutment analogue.

 8. Prosthetic coping
                 To fit the implant abutment for screw retention & serve as a connection between the abutment & prosthesis as superstructure

 9. Coping ( Prosthesis ) screw
Parts of Implants

Friday, 8 July 2011

Dental Implant - Disadvantages

Ú DISADVANTAGES  :


Ú Can not be used in medically compromised patients who cannot undergo surgery.

Ú Longer duration of treatment.

Ú Need of a lot of patients cooperation

Ú Very much expensive.

Thursday, 7 July 2011

Dental Implant - Advantages

Ú ADVANTAGES  :
Ú Preservation of bone
Ú Improved function
Ú Aesthetics
Ú Stability and support.
Ú Comfort.
Ú Reliable
Ú Improved Appearance
Ú Improved Comfort
Ú Improved Speech
Ú Chew Your Food Better
Ú Confidence & Convenience
Ú Tooth-saving   Dental implants don't sacrifice the quality of your adjacent teeth like a bridge does because neighboring teeth are not altered to support the implant. More of your own teeth are left untouched, a significant long-term benefit to your oral health!
Ú You feel confident that your replacement teeth won’t move or loosen.
Ú You regain the closest thing to the look, feel and function of your natural teeth.
Ú Forget about unsightly partial denture clasps which place damaging pressure on remaining natural teeth.
Ú Eliminate irritated and painful gums.
Ú Dental implants help stop the progressive bone loss and shrinkage of your jawbone by "mimicking" the roots of natural teeth.
Improved dental hygiene   Dental implants just need regular brushing, flossing and dental hygiene appointments just like your natural teeth.