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Implant Dentistry:
September 2008 - Volume 17 - Issue 3 - pp 309-320
doi: 10.1097/ID.0b013e318182d494
Basic and Clinical Research

A Macro- and Nanostructure Evaluation of a Novel Dental Implant

Tetè, Stefano MD, DDS; Mastrangelo, Filiberto MD, DDS; Traini, Tonino DDS; Vinci, Raffaele MD, DDS; Sammartino, Gilberto MD, DDS; Marenzi, Gaetano DDS; Gherlone, Enrico MD, DDS

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Abstract

Success in implant dentistry also comes from the implant macrodesign and nanostructure of its surface. Titanium implant surface treatments have been shown to enhance osseointegration, maximize bone healing, and bone-to-implant contact for predictable clinical results. The aim of the study, was to evaluate the geometric macrodesign and the surface nanostructure of a novel dental implant full contact covering (FCC) obtained by electrochemical procedures. FCC implants were analyzed by scanning electronic microscope, profilometer, and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and compared with commercial sandblasted and sandblasted, large-grit acid-etched dental implants. Sample analysis allowed to distinguish the different implant macrodesigns, the step and the profile of the coils that cover the fixture, and the surface characteristics. FCC implant showed novel macro-characteristic of crestal module, coils, and apical zone compared with sandblasted and sandblasted and acid-etched dental implants. Moreover, the FCC nanostructure surface showed roughness values statistically higher than the 2 other surfaces, with a more homogeneity in a peaks and valleys arrangement. Finally, the x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analysis detected differences between the examined surfaces, with the presence of several contaminants according to the different treatment procedures. Research on new macrostructures and nano morphology should result in a better qualitative and quantitative osseointegration response, with a predictability of the clinical results and long-term success of the implants.

© 2008 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.

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