Comparative implant research in dogs: prosthodontic protocol using two-stage ceramic endosseous dental implants.

G. R. Parr, L. K. Gardner, D. E. Steflik, A. L. Sisk, P. J. Hanes

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Abstract

This report describes one phase of a long-term comparative implant investigation involving 20 of 120 endosseous implants placed in 30 adult mongrel dogs. Fixed prostheses involving 16 of the 20 (4 control implants) two-stage ceramic endosseous implants have been provided using routine prosthodontic procedures and the limited prosthetic components available for the Bioceram Series II implant system. The prostheses have proven to be functional with minimal maintenance. To date, after 1 year of follow-up, 2 of the two-stage implants have exhibited problems caused by fracture of the hexagonal collar. None of the implants to date has been lost and none of the fixed prostheses has required re-cementation or any other type of maintenance other than normal hygiene. Clinical evaluation suggests continued implant and prosthesis serviceability after 1 year in function.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)508-512
Number of pages5
JournalThe International journal of oral & maxillofacial implants
Volume7
Issue number4
StatePublished - 1992

Keywords

  • Ceramic implant
  • Endosseous implant
  • Root-form implant

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Dentistry

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