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Chmielewski M, Dąbrowski W, Ordyniec-Kwaśnica I. The Fracture Resistance Comparison between Titanium and Zirconia Implant Abutments with and without Ageing: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Dent J (Basel) 2024; 12:274. [PMID: 39329840 PMCID: PMC11431843 DOI: 10.3390/dj12090274] [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: 07/17/2024] [Revised: 08/18/2024] [Accepted: 08/20/2024] [Indexed: 09/28/2024] Open
Abstract
Implant abutments are essential components of implant prosthetic restorations. The golden standard for abutment material is titanium; however, due to its properties, the esthetic result can be compromised. The most popular esthetic material alternatives are one- and two-piece zirconia. The study aimed to answer the questions of whether zirconia abutments can be used interchangeably with titanium in both anterior and posterior regions and how aging of the abutment affects durability. For this study, an electronic search of MEDLINE (PubMed) and Scopus (Embase) was conducted. The PRISMA guidelines were followed, and a systematic review was registered with PROSPERO. The search revealed 4031 results, of which 17 studies were selected. The strongest material for abutments is titanium, closely followed by two-piece zirconia. One-piece zirconia abutments were the weakest. The cyclic loading above 1,000,000 cycles decreased the fracture resistance of the abutments. Differences in implant diameter, angulation, and restoration affected the fracture strength of all compared materials. The main mode of failure for titanium abutments was screw bending or screw fracture. One-piece zirconia most often presented catastrophic failure with internal hexagon fracture below the implant neck. Two-piece zirconia exhibits a combination of failure modes. Two-piece zirconia abutments may be suitable for use in the posterior region, given their comparable fracture resistance to titanium abutments. Despite the fact that one-piece zirconia is capable of withstanding forces that exceed those exerted during mastication, it is recommended that it be employed primarily in the anterior dentition due to its propensity for unfavorable failure modes.
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Affiliation(s)
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- Department of Dental Prosthetics, Faculty of Dentistry, Medical University of Gdansk, 80-210 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Dental Prosthetics, Faculty of Dentistry, Medical University of Gdansk, 80-210 Gdansk, Poland
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Lupi SM, De Martis D, Todaro C, Isola G, Beretta M, Rodriguez y Baena R. Conometric Connection for Implant-Supported Crowns: A Prospective Clinical Cohort Study. J Clin Med 2023; 12:7647. [PMID: 38137716 PMCID: PMC10743547 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12247647] [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: 10/30/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Traditional screw or cemented connections in dental implants present limitations, prompting the exploration of alternative methods. This study assesses the clinical outcomes of single crowns and fixed partial prostheses supported by conometric connections after one year of follow-up. METHODS Twenty-two patients received 70 implants, supporting 33 rehabilitations. Biological responses and prosthodontic complications were evaluated at baseline, 6 months, and 12 months. RESULTS All implants exhibited successful osseointegration, with no losses or peri-implant inflammation. Marginal bone levels showed minimal changes, well below pathological thresholds. The difference in marginal bone loss (MBL) was -0.27 ± 0.79 mm between T0 and T1, and -0.51 ± 0.93 mm between T0 and T2. No abutment screw loosening or crown chipping occurred. However, coupling stability loss was observed in nine cases. CONCLUSIONS The conometric connection demonstrated successful integration and minimal complications after one year. This alternative shows promise, particularly in simplifying handling and improving marginal adaptation. Further research with larger sample sizes and longer follow-up is warranted for comprehensive validation.
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Affiliation(s)
- Saturnino Marco Lupi
- Department of Clinical Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, School of Dentistry, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (S.M.L.); (D.D.M.); (R.R.y.B.)
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- Department of Clinical Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, School of Dentistry, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (S.M.L.); (D.D.M.); (R.R.y.B.)
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- Department of Clinical Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, School of Dentistry, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (S.M.L.); (D.D.M.); (R.R.y.B.)
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- Department of General Surgery and Surgical-Medical Specialties, School of Dentistry, University of Catania, 95124 Catania, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy;
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- Department of Clinical Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, School of Dentistry, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (S.M.L.); (D.D.M.); (R.R.y.B.)
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On SW, Yi SM, Park IY, Byun SH, Yang BE. Fracture and Fatigue of Dental Implants Fixtures and Abutments with a Novel Internal Connection Design: An In Vitro Pilot Study Comparing Three Different Dental Implant Systems. J Funct Biomater 2022; 13:jfb13040239. [PMID: 36412880 PMCID: PMC9680401 DOI: 10.3390/jfb13040239] [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: 10/11/2022] [Revised: 11/07/2022] [Accepted: 11/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to compare the mechanical behaviors of three dental implant fixtures with different abutment connection designs. Three implant systems were studied: the control (BLX implant), test group 1 (TORX++ implant), and test group 2 (IU implant). Three samples from each group were subjected to static compression to fracture tests to determine the maximum fracture load, and twelve samples were exposed to fatigue tests that measured how many cycles the implants could endure before deformation or fracture. Detailed images of the implant-abutment assemblies were obtained using micro-computed tomography imaging, and fractured or deformed areas were observed using a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The mean maximum breaking loads of 578.45 ± 42.46 N, 793.26 ± 57.43 N, and 862.30 ± 74.25 N were obtained for the BLX, TORX++, and IU implants, respectively. All samples in the three groups withstood 5 × 106 cycles at 50% of the nominal peak value, and different fracture points were observed. All abutment connection designs showed suitable mechanical properties for intraoral use. Microscopic differences in the fracture patterns may be due to the differences in the fixture design or abutment connection, and mechanical complications could be prevented by lowering the overload reaching the implant or preventing peri-implantitis.
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- Sung-Woon On
- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Department of Dentistry, Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Hwaseong 18450, Korea
- Graduate School of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
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- Graduate School of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang 14066, Korea
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- Graduate School of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Division of Orthodontics, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang 14066, Korea
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- Graduate School of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang 14066, Korea
- Correspondence: (S.-H.B.); (B.-E.Y.); Tel.: +82-31-380-3870 (S.-H.B. & B.-E.Y.); Fax: +82-31-380-1726 (S.-H.B. & B.-E.Y.)
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- Graduate School of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Korea
- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang 14066, Korea
- Correspondence: (S.-H.B.); (B.-E.Y.); Tel.: +82-31-380-3870 (S.-H.B. & B.-E.Y.); Fax: +82-31-380-1726 (S.-H.B. & B.-E.Y.)
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