Evaluation of volumetric wear of abutments on the retention loss of ball attachment systems in implant-retained overdentures: An in vitro study.
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DOI: 10.1111/cid.12644
Abstract: BACKGROUND There is a lack of studies evaluating the wear of the male components of the ball attachment systems of implant-retained overdentures. PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to compare the volumetric wear patterns… read more here.
Keywords: attachment systems; volumetric wear; group; study ... See more keywords
3D Finite Element Study on Incomplete Osseointegration: Locator Attachment versus Ball Attachment
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DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2021.5680
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Incomplete implant osseointegration may affect the choice of the type of attachment to ensure less amount of bone resorption, periods of maintenance, and longer implant/attachment life-time. AIM: The aim of this study was to… read more here.
Keywords: locator attachment; finite element; incomplete osseointegration; ball attachment ... See more keywords