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Chen A, Kurmis AP. Understanding immune-mediated titanium allergy to in situ orthopaedic implants: a narrative review of the current literature. ANZ J Surg 2024. [PMID: 39051600 DOI: 10.1111/ans.19167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Revised: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Clinical recognition of potential immune-mediated allergic responses to implanted metal devices is increasing. For orthopaedic implants, while 'pure' compounds are used in specific circumstances, the majority of components are alloys - a combination of two or more distinct metals. Titanium is found commonly in many orthopaedic devices and is often championed as a 'hypoallergenic' option or inclusion. In the absence of a relevant previously published summary on the topic, this paper explores the current state-of-understanding of titanium allergy and proposes a patient management algorithm whereby such immune reactions are clinically-suggested. METHODS A structured, systematic literature review was performed following PRISMA search principles to provide a contemporary summary-of-understanding in this area and to highlight clinical and knowledge deficiencies. RESULTS Thirty-five topic-related articles were identified, the majority reflecting small case series' or proof-of-concept studies. The general standard of scientific evidence available was poor. Justification for arthroplasty utilization of titanium as a 'hypoallergenic' option is largely extrapolated from non-orthopaedic domains. CONCLUSIONS Both ionic and conjugated titanium particles released from implant surfaces have the potential to trigger innate immune responses and true allergy. There exists no simple, high-sensitivity, screening test for titanium allergy. Conventional skin-patch testing is unreliable due to poor dermal penetration. Given established lymphocyte and macrophage activation pathways for allergy responses, in vitro methods using both cell-types show diagnostic promise. Surgical biopsy analysis from host-implant interfaces remains the contemporary 'gold-standard', however this represents an invasive, costly and highly-specialized approach not readily available in most settings. Further research to establish reliable/accessible diagnostic methods are indicated.
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- Arnold Chen
- School of Medicine, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Discipline of Medical Specialties, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Elizabeth Vale, South Australia, Australia
- College of Medicine & Public Health, Flinders University, Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia
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Manfredini M, Poli PP, Giboli L, Beretta M, Maiorana C, Pellegrini M. Clinical Factors on Dental Implant Fractures: A Systematic Review. Dent J (Basel) 2024; 12:200. [PMID: 39056987 PMCID: PMC11276356 DOI: 10.3390/dj12070200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2024] [Revised: 06/06/2024] [Accepted: 06/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Dental implant fractures pose a significant challenge to long-term treatment success. This systematic review aims to comprehensively examine the clinical factors influencing dental implant fractures (IFs). Furthermore, strategies to choose the right type of implant and prevent this complication are addressed. A systematic search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. Eligible studies included retrospective case-control, prospective cohort studies, and clinical trials. The initial search yielded 361 articles, of which 312 were excluded being these reviews, case reports, irrelevant, or written in languages other than English. This left 49 articles, with only 6 meeting the eligibility criteria for an in-depth review. These studies, all retrospective case-control, examine implant characteristics, patient demographics, surgical and prosthetic variables, biomechanical and functional factors, clinical and procedural variables, complications and maintenance issues. The risk of bias was assessed as low using the ROBINS-I tool. Key findings suggest a correlation between implant diameter and structural resistance, with wider implants demonstrating reduced fracture risk. Additionally, posterior regions, especially molars and premolars, exhibit higher susceptibility to IFs due to increased masticatory forces. Implant design and material may considerably influence fracture risk, with conical implants and screw-retained prostheses showing higher vulnerability. Biomechanical overload, particularly in patients with bruxism, emerges as a primary contributing factor to IFs. Prosthesis type significantly influences fracture incidence, with cantilever prostheses posing a higher risk due to increased stress. Peri-implant bone loss is strongly associated with IFs, emphasizing the need for meticulous preoperative assessments and individualized management strategies. Future research should prioritize larger and heterogeneous populations with long-term follow-up and standardized methodologies to enhance the generalizability and comparability of findings. Randomized controlled trials and biomechanical studies under controlled conditions are also essential to elucidate the complex interactions contributing to IFs and developing effective prevention strategies. Additionally, integrating patient-reported outcomes may offer a comprehensive understanding of the impact of IFs on quality of life.
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- Mattia Manfredini
- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Implant Center for Edentulism and Jawbone Atrophies, Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Implant Center for Edentulism and Jawbone Atrophies, Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Implant Center for Edentulism and Jawbone Atrophies, Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Implant Center for Edentulism and Jawbone Atrophies, Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Implant Center for Edentulism and Jawbone Atrophies, Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Implant Center for Edentulism and Jawbone Atrophies, Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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Ruiz Henao PA, Magrin GL, Caneiro-Queija L, Benfatti CAM, Leira Y, Liñares-González A, Blanco-Carrión J. Single-piece zirconia versus single-piece titanium, narrow-diameter dental implants in the anterior maxilla: 5-year post-loading results of a randomized clinical trial. Clin Oral Implants Res 2024. [PMID: 38940623 DOI: 10.1111/clr.14319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2023] [Revised: 05/20/2024] [Accepted: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to evaluate esthetic parameters in the anterior maxillary region by comparing single-piece zirconia versus titanium narrow-diameter implants. Additionally, clinical, radiological and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) were analyzed. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty implants (tissue level implant) were placed in 30 patients in the maxillary esthetic sector. Depending on randomization, a zirconia (test) or titanium implant (control) was placed. Esthetic, clinical, and radiological parameters, including the implant crown esthetic index (ICAI), pink esthetic score (PES), probing pocket depth, bleeding on probing, plaque index, and marginal bone levels, were evaluated at 12, 36 and 60 months after loading. RESULTS Sixty months after crown placement, no significant differences were found between groups. The ICAI values were 5.25 ± 4.21 and 4.50 ± 2.98 for the test and control groups, respectively. The corresponding PES values were 7.44 ± 1.93 and 7.43 ± 1.74 for the test and control groups, respectively. There were no significant intergroup differences for the rest of the parameters evaluated. CONCLUSION It can be suggested that monotype zirconia implants may serve as a potential alternative to titanium implants in selected clinical scenarios. While the results demonstrated comparable esthetic, clinical, and radiological aspects for zirconia implants as compared to titanium implants after a 5-year follow-up period, further research with larger sample sizes and longer-term follow-up is recommended.
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- Paula Andrea Ruiz Henao
- Unit of Periodontology, Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Unit of Periodontology, Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
- Center for Education and Research on Dental Implants (CEPID), Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Unit of Periodontology, Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Center for Education and Research on Dental Implants (CEPID), Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Unit of Periodontology, Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Unit of Periodontology, Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Unit of Periodontology, Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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Kohal RJ, Riesterer E, Vach K, Patzelt SBM, Iveković A, Einfalt L, Kocjan A, Hillebrecht AL. Fracture Resistance of a Bone-Level Two-Piece Zirconia Oral Implant System-The Influence of Artificial Loading and Hydrothermal Aging. J Funct Biomater 2024; 15:122. [PMID: 38786633 PMCID: PMC11122605 DOI: 10.3390/jfb15050122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Revised: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 05/04/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Preclinical and clinical research on two-piece zirconia implants are warranted. Therefore, we evaluated the in vitro fracture resistance of such a zirconia oral implant system. The present study comprised 32 two-piece zirconia implants and abutments attached to the implants using a titanium (n = 16) or a zirconia abutment screw (n = 16). Both groups were subdivided (n = 8): group T-0 comprised implants with a titanium abutment screw and no artificial loading; group T-HL was the titanium screw group exposed to hydro-thermomechanical loading in a chewing simulator; group Z-0 was the zirconia abutment screw group with no artificial loading; and group Z-HL comprised the zirconia screw group with hydro-thermomechanical loading. Groups T-HL and Z-HL were loaded with 98 N and aged in 85 °C hot water for 107 chewing cycles. All samples were loaded to fracture. Kruskal-Wallis tests were executed to assess the loading/bending moment group differences. The significance level was established at a probability of 0.05. During the artificial loading, there was a single occurrence of an implant fracture. The mean fracture resistances measured in a universal testing machine were 749 N for group T-0, 828 N for group Z-0, 652 N for group T-HL, and 826 N for group Z-HL. The corresponding bending moments were as follows: group T-0, 411 Ncm; group Z-0, 452 Ncm; group T-HL, 356 Ncm; and group Z-HL, 456 Ncm. There were no statistically significant differences found between the experimental groups. Therefore, the conclusion was that loading and aging did not diminish the fracture resistance of the evaluated implant system.
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- Ralf J. Kohal
- Medical Center—University of Freiburg, Center for Dental Medicine, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, 79106 Freiburg, Germany; (E.R.)
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- Medical Center—University of Freiburg, Center for Dental Medicine, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, 79106 Freiburg, Germany; (E.R.)
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- Medical Center—University of Freiburg, Institute of Medical Biometry and Statistics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, 79104 Freiburg, Germany;
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- Medical Center—University of Freiburg, Center for Dental Medicine, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, 79106 Freiburg, Germany; (E.R.)
- Private Dental Clinic, 78658 Zimmern ob Rottweil, Germany
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- Department for Nanostructured Materials, Jožef Stefan Institute, Jamova 39, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia; (A.I.); (L.E.)
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- Department for Nanostructured Materials, Jožef Stefan Institute, Jamova 39, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia; (A.I.); (L.E.)
- Jožef Stefan International Postgraduate School, Jamova 39, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Department for Nanostructured Materials, Jožef Stefan Institute, Jamova 39, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia; (A.I.); (L.E.)
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- Medical Center—University of Freiburg, Center for Dental Medicine, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, 79106 Freiburg, Germany; (E.R.)
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Gaikwad A, Parizi MK, Winkel A, Stiesch M. Osteoblast cell behavior on polyetheretherketone dental implant surfaces treated with different grit size aluminum oxide particles: An in vitro analysis. J Prosthet Dent 2024:S0022-3913(24)00148-3. [PMID: 38594087 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2024.02.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 02/24/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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STATEMENT OF PROBLEM The hydrophobic and bioinert nature of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implants needs to be addressed for successful osseointegration. PURPOSE The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate the osteoblast cell behavior on PEEK implant surfaces treated with airborne-particle abrasion using different grit size aluminum oxide (Al2O3) particles. MATERIAL AND METHODS Disk-shaped specimens (n=96) were prepared from medical grade PEEK rods and were distributed into 4 groups (n=24) of untreated PEEK (PEEK 0), airborne-particle abrasion using 50-μm Al2O3 particles (PEEK 50), airborne-particle abrasion using 110-μm Al2O3 particles (PEEK 110), and airborne-particle abrasion using 150-μm Al2O3 particles (PEEK 150). The surface characteristics were assessed using water contact angle (WCA) measurements and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). MG-63 osteoblast cells were cultured, and the biocompatibility of PEEK was assessed using a CellTiter-blue cell viability assay and florescence staining at day 1, 3, and 7. The specimens were stained with Alizarin red to assess the osteoblast cell differentiation on day 10 and 14. The Levene test was used to test the homogeneity of variances. One-way and Welch ANOVA with post hoc corrections were used to assess the overall statistical significance of differences among the groups (α=.05). RESULTS The lowest mean WCA was demonstrated in PEEK 150 (49.25 ±5.51) and the highest in PEEK 0 (89.14 ±4.24) (P<.001). SEM images of PEEK 150 illustrated a more complex structure with a large area of globular outcroppings throughout the surface. PEEK 150 showed the highest cell metabolic activity at each time point with florescence staining showing a substantial cell confluence at day 3 and 7. Although PEEK 150 did not show a significant increase in cell proliferation, the number of cells attached was significantly higher than other groups (P<.05). PEEK 110 and 150 also showed a substantial increase in the extent of mineralization. CONCLUSIONS Airborne-particle abrasion using moderate Al2O3 grit size (110- or 150-μm) improved the hydrophilicity and osteoblast cell behavior on PEEK implants.
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- Amit Gaikwad
- Doctoral Researcher, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomedical Materials Science, Hannover Medical School, Germany and Lower Saxony Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Implant Research and Development (NIFE), Hannover, Germany
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- Doctoral Researcher, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomedical Materials Science, Hannover Medical School, Germany and Lower Saxony Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Implant Research and Development (NIFE), Hannover, Germany
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- Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomedical Materials Science, Hannover Medical School, Germany and Lower Saxony Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Implant Research and Development (NIFE), Hannover, Germany.
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- Professor and Head, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomedical Materials Science, Hannover Medical School, Germany and Lower Saxony Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Implant Research and Development (NIFE), Hannover, Germany
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Richter GM, Takusagawa HL, Sit AJ, Rosdahl JA, Chopra V, Ou Y, Kim SJ, WuDunn D. Trabecular Procedures Combined with Cataract Surgery for Open-Angle Glaucoma: A Report by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Ophthalmology 2024; 131:370-382. [PMID: 38054909 DOI: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2023.10.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 10/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To determine the intraocular pressure (IOP) reduction of various trabecular procedures (a form of minimally invasive glaucoma surgery [MIGS]) combined with cataract surgery compared with cataract surgery alone, to compare the safety of the various trabecular procedures, and to highlight patient characteristics that may favor one trabecular procedure over another. METHODS A search of English-language peer-reviewed literature in the PubMed database was initially conducted in February 2021 and updated in April 2023. This yielded 279 articles. Twenty studies met initial inclusion and exclusion criteria and were assessed for quality by the panel methodologist. Of these, 10 were rated level I, 3 were rated level II, and 7 were rated level III. Only the 10 level I randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included in this assessment, and all were subject to potential industry-sponsorship bias. RESULTS The current analysis focuses on the amount of IOP reduction (in studies that involved medication washout) and on IOP reduction with concurrent medication reduction (in studies that did not involve medication washout). Based on studies that performed a medication washout, adding a trabecular procedure to cataract surgery provided an additional 1.6 to 2.3 mmHg IOP reduction in subjects with hypertensive, mild to moderate open-angle glaucoma (OAG) at 2 years over cataract surgery alone, which itself provided approximately 5.4 to 7.6 mmHg IOP reduction. In other words, adding a trabecular procedure provided an additional 3.8% to 8.9% IOP reduction over cataract surgery alone, which itself provided 21% to 28% IOP reduction. There was no clear benefit of one trabecular procedure over another. Patient-specific considerations that can guide procedure selection include uveitis predisposition, bleeding risk, metal allergy, and narrowing of Schlemm's canal. There are no level I data on the efficacy of trabecular procedures in subjects with pretreatment IOP of 21 mmHg or less. CONCLUSIONS Trabecular procedures combined with cataract surgery provide an additional mild IOP reduction over cataract surgery alone in hypertensive OAG subjects. Additional research should standardize outcome definitions, avoid industry sponsorship bias, and study the efficacy of these procedures in normotensive OAG. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE(S) Proprietary or commercial disclosure may be found in the Footnotes and Disclosures at the end of this article.
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- Grace M Richter
- Department of Ophthalmology, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Angeles, California; USC Roski Eye Institute, Keck Medicine of University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- VA Eugene Healthcare Center, Eugene, Oregon and Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health & Sciences University, Portland, Oregon
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- Mayo Clinic, Department of Ophthalmology, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina
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- Doheny Eye Centers UCLA and Department of Ophthalmology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, Tennessee
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- University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville, Department of Ophthalmology, Jacksonville, Florida
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Huang C, Chiang SYV, Gawkrodger DJ. The contribution of metal allergy to the failure of metal alloy implants, with special reference to titanium: Current knowledge and controversies. Contact Dermatitis 2024; 90:201-210. [PMID: 38148670 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Revised: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/28/2023]
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After almost three-quarters of a century during which contact dermatologists have often struggled to comprehend the relationship between metal allergy and failure of metal-alloy containing implant, it is possible to say that a relationship does exist, particularly for cobalt and chromium, but also for nickel. There is still debate as to whether allergy develops as a consequent of failure but thenceforth contributes to it, or whether sensitisation starts first and induces failure secondarily-opinion probably favours the first. Metal-on-polypropylene articulations were associated with few metal allergic problems but now are less favoured by orthopaedists due to plastic wear products causing osteolysis and pseudotumour formation through local inflammation. New metal alloys are regularly being introduced such that interested dermatologists need to stay on top of the situation. The jury is still out as to whether the recent favouring of titanium-containing alloys will confirm them to be more inert allergenically. Case reports do show some clinical reactions to titanium-containing implants and patch test series have inferred sometimes quite a high background rate of allergy, but interpretation must be tempered by the awareness that titanium salts on patch testing have a tendency to cause irritant reactions. Blood monitoring of metal ion values is now recommended in certain situations after joint replacement and increasing levels may be an indication that allergy with joint failure can develop, in which case patch testing is indicated, and suggested series are available. Predictive patch testing, whilst generally not recommended in the past, has been introduced into some protocols often by non-dermatologists, such that it is now needed for temporo-mandibular joint and Nuss bar insertion, and it can be anticipated that this may become more commonplace in the future. One of the major current deficits for patch testers is standardised guidance on which preparation or preparations to use for suspected titanium allergy. One suggestion is 0.5% titanium sulphate in petrolatum, though experience in at least one centre suggests the use of a battery of titanium salts might be desirable.
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- Chenghao Huang
- Calderdale Royal Hospital, Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, Halifax, UK
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- Calderdale Royal Hospital, Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, Halifax, UK
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- Department of Dermatology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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Rahnama-Hezavah M, Mertowska P, Mertowski S, Skiba J, Krawiec K, Łobacz M, Grywalska E. How Can Imbalance in Oral Microbiota and Immune Response Lead to Dental Implant Problems? Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:17620. [PMID: 38139449 PMCID: PMC10743591 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242417620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Revised: 12/09/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Dental implantology is one of the most dynamically developing fields of dentistry, which, despite developing clinical knowledge and new technologies, is still associated with many complications that may lead to the loss of the implant or the development of the disease, including peri-implantitis. One of the reasons for this condition may be the fact that dental implants cannot yield a proper osseointegration process due to the development of oral microbiota dysbiosis and the accompanying inflammation caused by immunological imbalance. This study aims to present current knowledge as to the impact of oral microflora dysbiosis and deregulation of the immune system on the course of failures observed in dental implantology. Evidence points to a strong correlation between these biological disturbances and implant complications, often stemming from improper osseointegration, pathogenic biofilms on implants, as well as an exacerbated inflammatory response. Technological enhancements in implant design may mitigate pathogen colonization and inflammation, underscoring implant success rates.
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- Mansur Rahnama-Hezavah
- Chair and Department of Oral Surgery, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland; (M.R.-H.); (M.Ł.)
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- Department of Experimental Immunology, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland; (S.M.); (E.G.)
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- Department of Experimental Immunology, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland; (S.M.); (E.G.)
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- Student Research Group of Experimental Immunology, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Student Research Group of Experimental Immunology, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Chair and Department of Oral Surgery, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland; (M.R.-H.); (M.Ł.)
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- Department of Experimental Immunology, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland; (S.M.); (E.G.)
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Park WB, Moon J, Shin S, Hong JY. Oral Lichenoid Lesion following Dental Implant Placement and Successful Management with Free Gingival Graft: A Case Report with 10-Year Follow-Up. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:2188. [PMID: 38138291 PMCID: PMC10745084 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59122188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2023] [Revised: 12/10/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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Titanium and metal alloys are widely used in implants, crowns, and bridges in implant dentistry owing to their biocompatibility. In this case report of a 45-year-old female patient, multiple implants were placed in five different sextants at different time points. Notably, oral lichenoid lesions (OLL) occurred in three sextants following implant placement, strongly suggesting that the dental implants or prostheses were the causative factors for OLL. The lesion was of the reticular type with erythematous surroundings and was symptomatic. Although several conservative treatments, including repeated topical application of corticosteroids, were repeatedly continued, no discernible improvement or alleviation of symptoms was observed. Consequently, surgical excision and replacement of the lesion with a free gingival graft (FGG) harvested from the palatal soft tissue were performed. No clinical symptoms or recurrence of lesions were observed during 10 years of follow-up post-FGG.
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- Won-Bae Park
- Private Practice in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, Seoul 02771, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Dentistry, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Periodontology, Kyung Hee University School of Dentistry, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Periodontology, Kyung Hee University School of Dentistry, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea;
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Okulski J, Kozakiewicz M, Krasowski M, Zieliński R, Wach T. Which of the 37 Plates Is the Most Mechanically Appropriate for a Low-Neck Fracture of the Mandibular Condyle? A Strength Testing. J Clin Med 2023; 12:6705. [PMID: 37959171 PMCID: PMC10649925 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12216705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Revised: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/21/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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(1) Background: The mandible is the most frequently injured component of the facial skeleton, with 25-45% of mandibular fractures involving the condylar process. This study aims to mechanically compare which plates are most suitable for use in low-neck fractures of the condyle. (2) Methods: Polyurethane mandibular models with simulated low-neck fractures were tested using 37 distinct plate designs. These plates were fabricated from 1 mm thick, grade 23 titanium sheets. The models were then subjected to force tests on a strength machine, and the correlation between applied force and fracture displacement was recorded. (3) Results: For low-neck fractures, XCP side-dedicated 3+5 and ACP-T plates demonstrated strength comparable to that of two straight plates, the current gold standard in osteosynthesis. (4) Conclusions: The Mechanical Excellence Factor (MEF) introduced by the authors provides a more accurate metric for theoretically predicting a plate's mechanical strength compared to the Plate Design Factor (PDF). Eight plate characteristics were utilized to calculate the MEF. Employing the MEF allows for rapid, preliminary validation before undertaking strength tests. Furthermore, the findings of this study can guide the selection of the most durable plate designs for subsequent fatigue testing.
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- Jakub Okulski
- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, 113 Żeromskiego Str., 90-549 Lodz, Poland; (J.O.); (M.K.); (R.Z.)
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, 113 Żeromskiego Str., 90-549 Lodz, Poland; (J.O.); (M.K.); (R.Z.)
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- Material Science Laboratory, Medical University of Lodz, 251 Pomorska Str., 92-213 Lodz, Poland;
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, 113 Żeromskiego Str., 90-549 Lodz, Poland; (J.O.); (M.K.); (R.Z.)
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, 113 Żeromskiego Str., 90-549 Lodz, Poland; (J.O.); (M.K.); (R.Z.)
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Qiu P, Wang P, Liu M, Dai T, Zheng M, Feng L. Biocompatibility and osteoinductive ability of casein phosphopeptide modified polyetheretherketone. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2023; 11:1100238. [PMID: 36860888 PMCID: PMC9969344 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2023.1100238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a potential implant material for dental application due to its excellent mechanical properties. However, its biological inertness and poor osteoinductive ability limited its clinical application. Based on a lay-by-layer self-assembly technique, here we incorporated casein phosphopeptide (CPP) onto PEEK surface by a simple two-step strategy to address the poor osteoinductive ability of PEEK implants. In this study, the PEEK specimens were positively charged by 3-ammoniumpropyltriethoxysilane (APTES) modification, then the CPP was adsorbed onto the positively charged PEEK surface electrostatically to obtain CPP-modified PEEK (PEEK-CPP) specimens. The surface characterization, layer degradation, biocompatibility and osteoinductive ability of the PEEK-CPP specimens were studied in vitro. After CPP modification, the PEEK-CPP specimens had a porous and hydrophilic surface and presented enhanced cell adhesion, proliferation, and osteogenic differentiation of MC3T3-E1 cells. These findings indicated that CPP modification could significantly improve the biocompatibility and osteoinductive ability of PEEK-CPP implants in vitro. In a word, CPP modification is a promising strategy for the PEEK implants to achieve osseointegration.
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- Peng Qiu
- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,*Correspondence: Peng Qiu, ; Pin Wang,
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,*Correspondence: Peng Qiu, ; Pin Wang,
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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Recent Advancements in Metallic Drug-Eluting Implants. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15010223. [PMID: 36678852 PMCID: PMC9862589 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15010223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2022] [Revised: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/04/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Over the past decade, metallic drug-eluting implants have gained significance in orthopedic and dental applications for controlled drug release, specifically for preventing infection associated with implants. Recent studies showed that metallic implants loaded with drugs were substituted for conventional bare metal implants to achieve sustained and controlled drug release, resulting in a desired local therapeutic concentration. A number of secondary features can be provided by the incorporated active molecules, including the promotion of osteoconduction and angiogenesis, the inhibition of bacterial invasion, and the modulation of host body reaction. This paper reviews recent trends in the development of the metallic drug-eluting implants with various drug delivery systems in the past three years. There are various types of drug-eluting implants that have been developed to meet this purpose, depending on the drug or agents that have been loaded on them. These include anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics agents, growth factors, and anti-resorptive drugs.
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Aldebes A, Al-Khanati NM, Abou Nassar J, Kharboutly NAD, Aldamman F. Effect of restoration material on marginal bone resorption around modified anatomic zirconia dental implants: A randomised controlled trial. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 80:104313. [PMID: 36045765 PMCID: PMC9422372 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2022] [Revised: 07/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Objective The primary aim of this study was to determine the effect of implant-supported porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) and indirect-composite-resin (ICR) fixed dental prostheses on peri-implant marginal bone resorption (MBR) in custom-made anatomic modified zirconia dental implants. Methods A prospective randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted. Participants with premolars indicated for dental extractions were recruited into this study to receive a single-unit implant-supported fixed dental prosthesis. Modified anatomic zirconia implants with thorny-retentive surfaces were placed and loaded randomly after 3 months with either PFM or ICR crowns. Participants were recalled after 12 and 18 months for radiographic evaluation of peri-implant MBR. Implants survival was also reported. Results 18 out of 20 zirconia implants were included in all study phases. 18-month survival rate was 90%. After 12 months of implant placement, the mean MBR values were 0.53 (±0.21) mm and 0.60 (±0.14) mm in the ICR group compared to 0.67 (±0.16) mm and 0.61 (±0.27) mm in the PFM group. In the 18-month follow-up, the mean MBR values were 0.61 (±0.27) and 0.67 (±0.16) mm in the ICR group compared to 0.77 (±0.29) and 0.77 (±0.27) mm in the PFM group. No significant differences were found in MBR mean values between study groups at 12- and 18-month follow-up points. Conclusion This study showed that PFM and ICR crowns were viable zirconia-implant-supported restorations with no preference regarding MBR after 18 months. Nevertheless, long-term evaluations are warranted. Custom-made zirconia implants with new design of their macro-retentive features (thorns) were used in this clinical study. They showed success rate of 90% with all failures occurred early before loading. Peri-implant marginal bone resorption (MBR) ranged within acceptable values after 12 and 18 months. No significant differences in MBRs were seen between implant-supported metal-ceramic and indirect composite restorations.
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- Alaa Aldebes
- Department of Fixed Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Syrian Private University, Damascus, Syria
- Corresponding author. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Syrian Private University, P.O. Box 36822, Damascus, Syria. ,
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- Department of Fixed Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Fixed Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Fixed Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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Is Allergy to Titanium Bone Fixation Plates a Problem? COATINGS 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/coatings12020214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with titanium fixation plates is the gold standard for maxillofacial fracture treatment. Titanium is considered a fully compatible material. However, reports of allergic reactions to titanium implants do occur. The aim of this work is to answer the question whether titanium devices used in the treatment of fractures in the craniofacial region can cause allergic reactions. The study comprised 50 subjects treated surgically for maxillofacial injuries with the use of titanium composite devices. Allergic tests were performed by the patch method. The control group consisted of 20 healthy people who did not have any titanium elements. There were no skin changes to titanium and its compounds in both the test and control groups. Only one patient had a positive skin test which showed an allergic reaction to silver nitrate. Titanium fixing elements, as well as titanium dental implants, according to our research, do not show allergic skin reactions.
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