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Implant screw mechanics
E A McGlumphy1, D A Mendel, J A Holloway
1Section of Restorative Dentistry, Prosthodontics and Endodontics, College of Dentistry, Ohio State University, Columbus, USA.
Dental Clinics of North America
|January 9, 1998
Abstract:
Osseointegrated implant support of dental restorations continues to be a popular option for the contemporary patient with missing natural dentition. This article focuses on the two most frequently used methods for attaching final prostheses to endosseous implants. The authors offer practical solutions for minimizing implant screw loosening and describe the factors involved in maintaining stable screw joint assembly.