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Stresses in Implant-Supported Fixed Complete Dentures with Different Screw-Tightening Sequences and Torque
Purpose:
To compare the effects of different screw-tightening sequences and torque applications on stresses in implant-supported fixed complete dentures supported by five abutments.
Materials And Methods:
Strain gauges fixed to the abutments were used to test the sequences 2-4-3-1-5; 1-2-3-4-5; 3-2-4-1-5; and 2-5-4-1-3 with direct 10-Ncm torque or progressive torque (5 + 10 Ncm). Data were analyzed using analysis of variance and standardized effect size.
Results:
No effects of tightening sequence or torque application were found except for the sequence 3-2-4-1-5 and some small to moderate effect sizes.
Conclusion:
Screw-tightening sequences and torque application modes have only a marginal effect on residual stresses.
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