Development of a novel method to characterize mean surface peak curvature as a signature of tribological performance of dental implant surfaces

Zabala, Alaitz; Blunt, Liam; Aginagalde, A.; Llavori, Iñigo; Tato, Wilson

doi:10.1088/2051-672x/ab82a3

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“…Other applications are presented in reviews [200][201][202]. However, Zabala et al [203] found a limited ability of the Spc parameter to characterise dental implant surfaces.…”

Section: Feature Parametersmentioning

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Functional Importance of Surface Texture Parameters

2021

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Areal 3D analysis of surface texture gives more opportunities than a study of 2D profiles. Surface topography evaluation, considered as 3D dimensional analysis in micro or nanoscales, plays an important role in many fields of science and life. Among many texture parameters, those connected with height are the most often used. However, there are many other parameters and functions that can provide additional important information regarding functional behaviour of surfaces in different applications. The knowledge about the functional importance of various surface properties is low. This review tries to fill this gap. Surface texture parameters are presented in various groups: height, spatial, hybrid, functional, feature, and others. Based on experiences of the present authors and literature review, the relationships among various surface parameters and functional properties are described. A proposal of a selection of parameters on the basis of their functional significations is provided. Considerations for future challenges are addressed.

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“…Other applications are presented in reviews [200][201][202]. However, Zabala et al [203] found a limited ability of the Spc parameter to characterise dental implant surfaces.…”

Section: Feature Parametersmentioning

confidence: 99%

Functional Importance of Surface Texture Parameters

2021

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“…It is common to find Ti ions at the level of peri-implant tissues, that are relatively higher in peri-implantitis sites compared to healthy implants. [ 21 22 ] Titanium dental implants are the most commonly used material in dentistry and is associated with antenna activity and the electromagnetic waves may produce harmful effects. [ 23 ]…”

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Evaluation of Serum Metal Ion Levels in Dental Implant Patients

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Shanmugasundaram

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Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery

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Introduction: Titanium is the most commonly used bio-inert implant material. Nevertheless, there is a possibility of systemic release of metal ions, which could have clinical implications like implant failure and toxicity. This prospective study focuses on the evaluation of serum metal ion levels in patients receiving dental implants. The aim of the study is to evaluate the release of titanium, aluminium, and vanadium from dental implants by comparing the preoperative and postoperative serum levels of these ions. Methodology: Serum samples were collected from 30 patients undergoing dental implant placement preoperatively and postoperatively at intervals of 6 weeks, 3, 6, and 12 months. These samples were analyzed for titanium, aluminium, and vanadium levels using Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry. The difference in preoperative and postoperative serum levels was measured and statistically analyzed using the paired t -test. Results: There was a slight difference in the postoperative levels of titanium and aluminium (2.30 and 4.07 mg/dl) as compared to the preoperative levels (2.28 and 2.30 mg/dl), which was statistically insignificant ( P > 0.5). The serum levels of vanadium were too insignificant to be detected by the instrument (<0.0088 mg/dl). Discussion: Mild increase in the titanium and aluminium levels in blood serum was noted. These metallic ion levels might increase significantly due to which further clinical research with larger sample sizes and a long-term follow-up period is required to evaluate the clinical effects of metallic ion release from dental implants. There is no significant difference in the serum metal ion levels before and after the implant placement, although a little increase is observed in the aluminium ion levels after the implant placement.

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