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Titanium implants and lateral forces. An experimental study with sheep

P Asikainen1, E Klemetti, T Vuillemin

  • 1Department of Oral and Dental Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kuopio, Finland.

Clinical Oral Implants Research
|April 29, 1998
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Titanium implants show strong resistance to horizontal forces. Histological evaluation revealed no bone loss or infection, supporting their use in challenging dental applications.

Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Dental Implantology
  • Veterinary Orthopedics

Background:

  • Titanium implants are widely used in dentistry.
  • Understanding their mechanical resistance to lateral forces is crucial for long-term success.
  • Previous research has not fully explored implant stability under constant horizontal loading.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the resistance of titanium implants to horizontal forces using a sheep model.
  • To assess the histological response of bone tissue to implants subjected to lateral mechanical stress.

Main Methods:

  • Twenty titanium implants were surgically placed in the foreheads of five sheep.
  • A 3-month healing period was followed by abutment placement and a 3-week secondary healing phase.

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  • Implants were subjected to horizontal forces (250-350g) for 3 months using orthodontic elastics.
  • Histological analysis of bone-implant interfaces was performed post-sacrifice.

    • Main Results:

    • Histological examination showed no signs of peri-implant infection.
    • No evidence of bone loss or adverse tissue reaction was observed around the implants.
    • Implants demonstrated stability and integration despite sustained horizontal loading.

    Conclusions:

    • Titanium implants exhibit significant resistance to constant horizontal forces.
    • The findings support the use of titanium implants in clinical situations involving lateral mechanical stress.
    • This study provides valuable preclinical data on the biomechanical stability of dental implants.