CLINICAL ORAL IMPLANTS RESEARCH

The Rehabilitation of Partially Edentulous Maxilla With Unilateral Zygomatic Implants: A Retrospective Study up to 23 Years Follow-Up
Fan S, Davo R, Al-Nawas B and Castellón EV
This retrospective study aimed to evaluate the clinical outcomes associated with zygomatic implant (ZI) rehabilitation in partially atrophic edentulous maxillae over a mean follow-up period of more than 10.3 years.
Prospective Clinical Study on the Accuracy of Static Computer-Assisted Implant Surgery in Patients With Distal Free-End Implants. Conventional Versus CAD-CAM Surgical Guides
Berta GM, Luigi C, Miguel PD and Carlos BJ
To compare the accuracy of CAD-CAM and conventional guides in the static computer-assisted implant surgery (sCAIS) placement of distal free-end implants.
Effects of Polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) on Endosinus Bone Regeneration Following Sinus Floor Elevation: An Experimental In Vivo Pilot Study
Lim H, Hong JY, Shin SI, Chung JH, Thoma DS, Jung RE and Lim HC
To determine the effect of polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) on endosinus bone regeneration in a rabbit sinus model at sequential healing time points.
Influence of Metal Artifact Reduction Tool of Two Cone Beam CT on the Detection of Bone Graft Loss Around Titanium and Zirconium Implants-An Ex Vivo Diagnostic Accuracy Study
Chang M, Felizardo HMA, Oliveira-Santos C and Gaêta-Araujo H
The objective of this study is to investigate the influence of metal artifact reduction (MAR) on two cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) units in the evaluation of bone graft loss adjacent to titanium (Ti) and zirconium (Zr) implants.
Effects of Minocycline on Early Wound Healing after Implant Placement: An In Vitro and Randomized Clinical Study
Zhang Y, Duan X, Xue F, Zhou X, Yuan Q and Yang X
To determine the in vitro effects of minocycline on human gingival fibroblasts (HGFs), its clinical impact on early wound healing after implant placement, and its potential mechanism of action.
Comparison Between Conventional and Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Setup for Digital Implant Planning: Accuracy, Time-Efficiency, and User Experience
Ntovas P, Laurent M, Schnappauf A, Matthew F, Revilla-Leon M and Att W
To investigate the reliability and time efficiency of the conventional compared to the automatic artificial intelligence (AI) segmentation of the mandibular canal and registration of the CBCT with the model scan data, in relation to clinician's experience.
Regeneration of Chronic Alveolar Vertical Defects Using a Micro Dosage of rhBMP-2. An Experimental In Vivo Study
Urban IA, Farkasdi S, Bosshardt DD, Araujo MG, Ravidà A, Becker K, Kerberger R, Wang HL, Wikesjö UME, Varga G and Saleh MHA
The objective of this study is to compare the effect of the location of recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein 2 (rhBMP-2) from the native bone and the periosteum for vertical alveolar bone augmentation.
Fixed Full-Arch Maxillary Prostheses Supported by Four Versus Six Implants: 5-Year Results of a Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial
Toia M, Moreira CS, Dias DR, Corrà E, Ravidà A and Cecchinato D
This 5-year multicenter randomized clinical trial assessed the non-inferiority of maxillary implant-supported fixed complete dentures (FCDs) with four (4-I) compared to six implants (6-I) in terms of radiographic marginal bone level (MBL) changes after 5 years in function.
One-Piece Versus Two-Piece Abutments for Single Crowns in the Esthetic Zone: A Clinical Trial
Pascoal ALB, Paiva KRG, de Araújo LNM, Cristina Nogueira Marinho L, Gurgel BCV, Dantas WRM, Oliveira AGRDC and Calderon PDS
To evaluate whether a two-piece abutment is equivalent to a one-piece in peri-implant esthetics, patients' satisfaction, and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQOL) for implant-supported anterior single crown placement.
The Decontamination Effect of an Oscillating Chitosan Brush Compared With an Ultrasonic PEEK-Tip: An In Vitro Study Using a Dynamic Biofilm Model
Khan SN, Ribeiro-Vidal H, Virto L, Bravo E, Nuevo P, Koldsland OC, Hjortsjö C and Sanz M
This study aimed to assess the effect of an oscillating chitosan brush (OCB) compared with an ultrasonic device with PEEK tip (US-PEEK) for mechanical implant surface decontamination using an in vitro model combining 3D models and a validated dynamic multispecies biofilm.
Does Injectable Platelet-Rich Fibrin Combined With Autogenous Demineralized Dentine Enhance Alveolar Ridge Preservation? A Randomized Controlled Trial
Amer O, Shemais N, Fawzy El-Sayed K, Saleh HA and Darhous M
The present trial evaluated the first-time application of autogenous demineralized dentin graft with injectable platelet-rich fibrin (ADDG + i-PRF) versus autogenous demineralized dentin graft (ADDG), in alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) in the maxillary aesthetic zone.
Influence of Material, Sterilization, and Disinfection on the Accuracy of Three-Dimensional Printed Surgical Templates: An In Vitro Study
Lan D, Zhou Z, Yang Y, Xu Z and Man Y
To evaluate the influence of the three-dimensional (3D) printing technology, material, sterilization, and disinfection on the accuracy of guided surgical templates.
Horizontal Guided Bone Regeneration of the Posterior Mandible to Allow Implant Placement: 1-Year Prospective Study Results
Lorenz J, Ghanaati S, Aleksic Z, Milinkovic I, Lazic Z, Magić M, Wessing B, Grotenclos RS, Merli M, Mariotti G, Bressan E, De Stavola L and Sader R
Assess whether horizontal ridge augmentation with guided bone regeneration (GBR) using deproteinized bovine bone mineral (DBBM), autologous bone, and a resorbable collagen membrane supports successful implant placement.
Effects of hard- and/or soft-tissue grafting with early implant placement: Histomorphometric outcomes of an exploratory study in canines
Lim HC, Lee KS, Jung RE, Naenni N, Jung UW and Thoma DS
To histomorphometrically determine the effects of hard- and/or soft-tissue augmentation by applying the early implant placement protocol.
Osseointegration of Anodized vs. Sandblasted Implant Surfaces in a Guided Bone Regeneration Acute Dehiscence-Type Defect: An In Vivo Experimental Mandibular Minipig Model
Shahdad S, Rawlinson S, Razaghi N, Patankar A, Patel M, Roccuzzo M and Gill T
This controlled preclinical study analyzed the effect of implant surface characteristics on osseointegration and crestal bone formation in a grafted dehiscence defect minipig model.
A Cross-Sectional Study of Peri-Implant Diseases in a Random Norwegian Population: Prevalence, Risk Indicators, and Clinical Validation of Patient-Reported Outcomes
Mauland EK, Sørensen K, Aarbu NØ, Verket A, Ellingsen SA, Bull VH, Gaarden RT, Lie SA and Bunæs DF
The primary aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of peri-implant diseases in a randomly selected Norwegian population. The secondary aims were to explore risk indicators for peri-implant diseases and to validate self-reported outcome measures from a survey with clinical parameters.
Alveolar Ridge Regeneration With Open Versus Closed Healing in Damaged Extraction Sockets: A Preclinical In Vivo Study
Choi JW, Park JY, Cha JK, Hieu PD, Jung HD and Kim CS
The objective of this study was to compare open versus closed healing of soft and hard tissue following alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) procedures in damaged extraction sockets.
Are Sleeves Necessary in Static Computer-Assisted Implant Surgery? A Comparative In Vitro Analysis
Hang J and Guentsch A
This study aims to examine differences in trueness and precision between surgical guides with (S) and without sleeves (SL). A secondary aim was to assess the impact of the sleeve-to-bone distance.
Accuracy of Zygomatic Implant Placement Using Task-Autonomous Robotic System or Dynamic Navigation: An In Vitro Study
Chen J, Tao B, Yu X, Wu Y and Wang F
To evaluate and compare the accuracy of task-autonomous robot-assisted implant surgery (RAIS) and dynamic computer-assisted implant surgery (dCAIS) for zygomatic implant placement.
A 10-year Retrospective Clinical Study to Identify Risk Indicators for Peri-Implant Bone Loss and Implant Failure
Windael S, Collaert B, De Buyser S, Vervaeke S and De Bruyn H
To evaluate long-term survival and success of dental implants and evaluate indicators affecting the long-term outcome.
Impact of Glycine Powder Air-Abrasive Debridement on Peri-Implant Mucositis: A Randomized Control Trial of Clinical, Microbial, and Immunological Changes
Partido B, Saraswat S and Kumar PS
Peri-implant mucositis, a dysbiosis-driven inflammatory disease, is a precursor to peri-implantitis, underscoring the need for early disease management. Therefore, we investigated the efficacy of glycine powder in resolving clinical inflammation and restoring host-microbial homeostasis.