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Published on: February 10, 2014
Effect of framework soldering on the deformation of implant abutments after framework seating: a study with strain
Stella de N C Mendes1, Carlos E Edwards Rezende, Rafael T Moretti Neto
1Uninga School of Dentistry, Teresina, Brazil.
Introduction:
Passive fit has been considered an important requirement for the longevity of implant-supported prostheses. Among the different steps of prostheses construction, casting is a feature that can influence the precision of fit and consequently the uniformity of possible deformation among abutments upon the framework connection.
Purpose:
This study aimed at evaluating the deformation of abutments after the connection of frameworks either cast in one piece or after soldering.
Materials And Methods:
A master model was used to simulate a human mandible with 5 implants. Ten frameworks were fabricated on cast models and divided into 2 groups. Strain gauges were attached to the mesial and distal sides of the abutments to capture their deformation after the framework's screw retentions were tightened to the abutments.
Results:
The mean values of deformation were submitted to a 3-way analysis of variance that revealed significant differences between procedures and the abutment side. The results showed that none of the frameworks presented a complete passive fit.
Conclusion:
The soldering procedure led to a better although uneven distribution of compression strains on the abutments.
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