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An Improved Mechanical Testing Method to Assess Bone-implant Anchorage
Published on: February 10, 2014
Implant coatings: new modalities for increased osseointegration
Ann Wennerberg1, Kostas Bougas, Ryo Jimbo
1Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, 205 06 Malmö, Sweden. ann.wennerberg@mah.se
American Journal of Dentistry
|October 1, 2013
Summary
New dental implant coatings aim for bioactivity, but research primarily focuses on bone integration. Few studies explore coatings for soft tissue adhesion or infection prevention.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Science
- Dental Implantology
- Tissue Engineering
Background:
- Dental implant surface modifications are crucial for osseointegration and clinical success.
- Bioactive coatings aim to enhance implant integration and biological responses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review novel techniques in dental implant coatings.
- To examine biological tissue responses to these coatings.
- To assess clinical outcomes associated with coated dental implants.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search of PubMed using keywords related to coated dental implants and clinical outcomes.
- Manual search of relevant publications.
- Selection focused on in vivo investigations.
Main Results:
- Various bioactive coatings are described, including hydroxyapatite, bioglass, proteins, polysaccharides, and drugs.
- Most studies are in vitro; in vivo research predominantly assesses bone incorporation.
- Limited research exists on coatings promoting soft tissue adhesion or infection prevention.
Conclusions:
- While bioactive coatings show promise, current research heavily favors bone integration studies.
- Further investigation is needed into coatings for soft tissue response and infection control in dental implants.
