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Aims: This systematic review considers possible etiological factors and definitions of "peri-implantitis", as reported in the recent literature. Methods: An electronic search of databases plus a hand search of the most relevant journals published between January 2005 and September 2012 was performed. Results: The electronic search revealed...

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Prosthetic rehabilitation of the atrophic maxilla with implant-supported prostheses frequently represents a challenge because of inadequate quantity and quality of bone. The use of distal tilted implants has been proposed as a viable alternative to traditional protocols. The aim of this meta-analysis was to evaluate the survival rate and bone...

This study compared the surgical protocol efficacy of immediately and delayed loading implant therapy in edentulous maxillae opposed by natural or restored mandibular dentitions, over a 6 years plus period of observation. The selected outcome determinants included individual implant survival data, progressive measurements of peri-implant bone...

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Aims: The aim of the present in vitro investigation was to measure the vertical occlusal forces transmitted through crowns made of different restorative materials onto the simulated peri-implant bone. Methods: The study was conducted using a masticatory robot that is able to reproduce the mandibular movements and the forces exerted during...

Introduction: Proper oral hygiene and diet are important considerations for success in implant prosthodontics. However, detailed hygienic and dietetic guidelines for patients rehabilitated with implant-supported, immediate loading prostheses are lacking in the literature. Methods: The authors have developed a dietary and hygienic protocol for...