Orientações de manutenção e higienização de prótese fixa total implantossuportada: revisão de literatura / Guidelines for maintenance and cleaning of implantssupported total fixed prosthesis: literature review

A evolução dos tratamentos em implantodontia possibilitou uma mudança nos tratamentos reabilitadores para pacientes edêntulos, tornando possível a colocação de próteses fixas, que proporcionam maior qualidade de vida para estes pacientes. Para que estas próteses tenham bom desempenho e longevidade satisfatórios é essencial que se mantenha um padrão adequado de higienização bucal e manutenção profissional. Assim, o objetivo deste trabalho foi realizar uma revisão de literatura a respeito dos principais recursos disponíveis para higienização e manutenção das próteses totais fixas sobre implante (protocolo de Branemark), tanto nos cuidados domiciliares dos pacientes quanto no atendimento profissional do cirurgião dentista. Foi realizada uma busca eletrônica, não sistemática, nas bases de dados Lilacs, Pubmed/Medline, Scielo e ScienceDirect, cruzando-se os seguintes descritores: "Higiene Oral"; "Implantes Dentários"; "Implantação Dentária"; "Manutenção"; "Prótese Dentária Fixada por Implante" e "Prótese Dentária". Foram consultados artigos de revisão de literatura, revisão sistemática, meta-análise, estudos clínicos randomizados, além de livros pertinentes ao assunto, publicados no período de 1995 a 2022.Verificou-se na literatura disponível que os principais instrumentos indicados para uso domiciliar são escova dental, fio dental, escova interdental, irrigador oral, dentifrício e enxaguatório. No atendimento profissional em consultório odontológico deve ser dispendida atenção especial às instruções passadas ao paciente e também fazer o possível para motivar e encorajar o seu engajamento na rotina de higienização, além do acompanhamento periodontal, possíveis substituições de parafusos e instalação de placa oclusal estabilizadora, quando necessário. Manter uma higiene oral adequada é essencial para o sucesso das próteses fixas sobre implantes e o cirurgião dentista desempenha um papel crucial não apenas ao realizar o acompanhamento periódico do paciente, mas também ao sugerir os instrumentos mais apropriados, instruir sobre a higiene oral adequada e motivar o paciente a manter a saúde bucal satisfatória(AU)

The evolution of treatments in implantology has enable a change in rehabilitation treatments for edentulous patients, making it possible to place fixed prostheses that provide a better quality of life for these patients. In order to ensure good performance and satisfactory longevity, it is essential to maintain an appropriate standard of oral hygiene and professional maintenance. Thus, the objective of this work was to conduct a literature review on the main resources available for cleaning and maintenance of complete fixed prostheses on implants (Branemark protocol), both in the patients' home care and in the professional care provided by the dentist. A nonsystematic electronic search was carried out in the Lilacs, Pubmed/Medline, Scielo, and ScienceDirect databases, crossing the following descriptors: "Oral Hygiene"; "Dental Implants"; "Dental Implantation"; "Maintenance"; "Dental Prosthesis, ImplantSupported"; and "Prosthodontics". Literature review articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, randomized clinical studies, and relevant books on the subject published from 1995 to 2022 were consulted. The literature available indicates that the main instruments recommended for home care are toothbrush, dental floss, interdental brush, oral irrigator, toothpaste, and mouthwash. In the professional dental office, special attention should be given to the instructions given to the patient, as well as to motivate and encourage their engagement in the hygiene routine, in addition to periodontal monitoring, possible screw replacements, and installation of an occlusal splint when necessary. Maintaining adequate oral hygiene is essential for the success of fixed prostheses on implants, and the dentist plays a crucial role, not only in providing periodic patient follow-up, but also in suggesting the most appropriate instruments, instructing on adequate oral hygiene, and motivating the patient to maintain satisfactory oral health(AU)

Influence of diameter in the stress distribution of extra-short dental implants under axial and oblique load: a finite element analysis

Aim: This study evaluated the influence of a wide diameter on extra-short dental implant stress distribution as a retainer for single implant-supported crowns in the atrophic mandible posterior region under axial and oblique load. Methods: Four 3D digital casts of an atrophic mandible, with a single implant-retained crown with a 3:1 crown-to-implant ratio, were created for finite element analysis. The implant diameter used was either 4 mm (regular) or 6 mm (wide), both with 5 mm length. A 200 N axial or 30º oblique load was applied to the mandibular right first molar occlusal surface. The equivalent von Mises stress was recorded for the abutment and implant, minimum principal stress, and maximum shear stress for cortical and cancellous bone. Results: Oblique load increased the stress in all components when compared to axial load. Wide diameter implants showed a decrease of von Mises stress around 40% in both load directions at the implant, and an increase of at least 3.6% at the abutment. Wide diameter implants exhibited better results for cancellous bone in both angulations. However, in the cortical bone, the minimum principal stress was at least 66% greater for wide than regular diameter implants, and the maximum shear stress was more than 100% greater. Conclusion: Extra-short dental implants with wide diameter result in better biomechanical behavior for the implant, but the implications of a potential risk of overloading the cortical bone and bone loss over time, mainly under oblique load, should be investigated

Implant digital impression accuracy using extraoral scanners: a three-dimensional analysis

Aim: To analyze the accuracy of extraoral systems (Ceramill Map400+, AutoScan-DS200+, and E2) in full implantprosthetic rehabilitation three-dimensionally. Methods: A metallic edentulous maxilla with four implants was digitalized by a contact scanner (MDX-40 - Roland, control) and used as a control image to compare with other images generated by three laboratory scanners (10 samples per group). Letters identified all the four components: A and D angled 45º, and B and C parallel. The BioCAD software exported the images (.STL) to compare and verify deviations of the analogs on the X, Y, and Z axes. The nonparametric Kruskal-Wallis test and the two-way ANOVA on ranks with a post hoc Tukey test analyzed the data with 5% significance. Results: No statistical differences were observed in the accuracy between the extraoral scanners (p=0.0806). However, when analyzing only the components, component D was more accurate when scanned with Ceramill Map400+ compared with AutoScan DS200+ (p<0.001) and with E2 (p=0.002). Conclusions: All extraoral systems assessed showed digitalization accuracy but with more deviations in angled implants. The Ceramill Map400+ scanner showed the best results for the digital impression of a complete arch

Repositioning an Implant-retained Auricular Prosthesis using a Custom Acrylic Base: A Case Report

@#Prosthetic rehabilitation offers an alternative to surgical procedures for repositioning implant-retained auricular prosthesis. This report illustrates a prosthetic rehabilitation of a 15-year- old male with a unilateral microtia who presented with an unfavorable implant-retained left auricular prosthesis. The implants placed seven years ago were drifted posterosuperior away from the ideal ear canal position. The fabrication of a new prosthesis on the existing bar-clip attachment using a custom acrylic base was planned to correct the location. A skin-colour perforated custom acrylic base was fabricated and designed to extend anteriorly, therefore, shifting the prosthesis forwards into a more natural location. The custom base was able to relocate the prosthesis’ position without compromising its retention whilst engaging the existing implant attachment. This in turn enhanced prosthesis acceptability and improved the patient’s confidence. The custom acrylic base serves as a viable option to reposition the prosthesis influenced by age related growth and development.

Does the Use of Surface Electromyography Could Improve Quality of Life among Patients Rehabilitated by Mandibular Overdentures on Different Attachments?

Abstract Objective: To analyze and compare changes of quality of life parameter among dental patients rehabilitated by the implant-supported overdentures with different attachment systems. Material and Methods: Forty-eight patients were recruited as a study cohort. The implant placement procedure was based on the results obtained by CBCT scanning and individualized surgical templates manufactured for correct implant placement. Each individual received two k3Pro Implants (Sure Type with 4.0 or 4.5 mm in diameter) at the intraforaminal area due to standard protocol of implantation provided by the manufacturer under local anesthesia. All patients were distributed between two groups based on the fact of using either Locator- or ball-attachments. Rank correlation was measured using Spearman correlation coefficient, while linear correlation was evaluated by Pearson correlation coefficient. Results: No statistically meaningful differences were noted regarding patients' distribution among groups considering age (p>0.05) and gender (p>0.05). Provided patient-level analysis demonstrated that increase of conventional full denture service time was positively correlated with escalation of OHIP-EDENT scores. The most prominent inter-correspondences were noted specifically between longevity of denture service and elevation of scores within "Functional limitation" (r=0.61; p<0.05), "Physical pain" (r=0.51; p<0.05) and "Physical disability" (r=0.57; p<0.05) subdomains. No statistically argumented regressions were noted between increase tendency of OHIP-EDENT scores and gender (p>0.05) or age (p>0.05) parameters. Conclusion: Significant improvements of quality of life measured with OHIP-EDENT were noted for both types of attachments compared to the pre-treatment situation independently of additionally provided surface electromyography-based alignment.

Bone evaluation of single edentulous areas of maxilla: short communication / Avaliação óssea de regiões maxilares candidatas à reabilitação unitária implantossuportada: uma comunicação curta

Objective: Evaluate the height and bone thickness in healed sites of single implant areas. Materials and Methods:In this cross-sectional study, cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images of single edentulous areas of maxilla of patients who needed aesthetic single implant rehabilitations were evaluated for measure the height and thickness using an implant planning software. Data were statistically analyzed using the Mann-Whitney and Pearson correlation test, considering the time, reason and region of tooth loss. For all tests, a p-value <0.05 was considered significant. Results: 48 patients with single tooth loss were included. The statistical analysis demonstrated that reason for the loss was not related to height or bone thickness. Bone thickness was statis-tical significant higher in the posterior region. For the anterior region, the bone thickness was significantly higher when the tooth was lost within 5 years. Pearson correlation test showed a moderate negative signifi-cant correlation between time of tooth loss and bone thickness in anterior region. Conclusion: Reason for tooth loss had no influence on the bone measurements of the residual ridge. In contrast, bone thickness may vary according to the region of tooth loss. The time of tooth loss and bone thickness in the anterior region were inversely proportional. Registration number at https://ensaiosclinicos.gov.br/rg/RBR-5cnyjj.

Objetivo: Avaliar a altura e espessura óssea em sítios unitários cicatrizados. Materiais e Métodos: Neste estudo transversal, imagens de tomografia computa-dorizada de feixe cônico (TCFC) de regiões edêntulas unitárias maxilares de pacientes candidatos a reabilitação unitária implantossuportada foram mensuradas em relação à altura e espessura óssea usando um software de planejamento de implante. Os dados foram analisados estatisticamente por meio do teste Mann-Whitney e de correlação de Pearson, considerando o tempo, o motivo e região da perda dentária. Para todos os testes, um valor de p <0,05 foi considerado significativo. Resultados: Foram incluídos 48 pacientes com perda dentária unitária. A análise estatística demonstrou que o motivo da perda dentária não influenciou na altura ou na espessura óssea. A espessura óssea foi estatisticamente maior na região posterior. Para a região anterior, a espessura óssea foi significativamente maior quando o dente foi perdido em até 5 anos. O teste de correlação de Pearson demonstrou uma correlação significativa negativa moderada entre o tempo de perda do dente e a espessura óssea na região anterior. Conclusão: O motivo da perda dentária não influenciou nas medidas ósseas do rebordo residual. Em contraste, a espessura do osso pode variar de acordo com a região da perda dentária. O tempo de perda dentária e a espessura óssea da região anterior foram inversamente proporcionais. Número de registro em https://ensaiosclinicos.gov.br/rg/RBR-5cnyjj

Marginal misfit of heat-pressed milled wax-pattern and CAD/CAM crowns and its effect on stress distribution in implant-supported rehabilitations

Aim: To compare the marginal fit of lithium disilicate CAD/CAM crowns and heat-pressed crowns fabricated using milled wax patterns, and evaluate its effect on stress distribution in implantsupported rehabilitation. Methods: A CAD model of a mandibular first molar was designed, and 16 lithium disilicate crowns (8/group) were obtained. The crown-prosthetic abutment set was evaluated in a scanning electron microscopy. The mean misfit for each group was recorded and evaluated using Student's t-test. For in silico analysis, a virtual cement thickness was designed for the two misfit values found previously, and the CAD model was assembled on an implant-abutment set. A load of 100 N was applied at 30° on the central fossa, and the equivalent stress was calculated for the crown, titanium components, bone, and resin cement layer. Results: The CAD/CAM group presented a significantly (p=0.0068) higher misfit (64.99±18.73 µm) than the heat-pressed group (37.64±15.66 µm). In silico results showed that the heat-pressed group presented a decrease in stress concentration of 61% in the crown and 21% in the cement. In addition, a decrease of 14.5% and an increase of 7.8% in the stress for the prosthetic abutment and implant, respectively, was recorded. For the cortical and cancellous bone, a slight increase in stress occurred with an increase in the cement layer thickness of 5.9% and 5.7%, respectively. Conclusion: The milling of wax patterns for subsequent inclusion and obtaining heat-pressed crowns is an option to obtain restorations with an excellent marginal fit and better stress distribution throughout the implant-abutment set

Clinical characteristics and mid-term follow-up of elderly patients with severe aortic stenosis not eligible for TAVI

BACKGROUND: The treatment for symptomatic severe aortic stenosis (AS) is the correction of valve stenosis by surgical valve replacement and more recently by transcatheter aortic valve implant (TAVI). However, in some high risk surgical patients, TAVI is not possible for technical or clinical reasons or due to the unavailability of the endoprosthesis. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate a mid-term follow-up of symptomatic severe AS patients who are not eligible for TAVI trials, as well as to identify the clinical features of these patients. METHODS: This was an observational, retrospective study conducted with 475 symptomatic severe AS patients, evaluated by the Heart Team between 2000 and 2017. Inclusion criterias were: patients considered not to be eligible for TAVI. The Shapiro-Wilk test was applied to evaluate normality. Non-paired t and Mann-Whitney tests were applied for continuous variables, while the chi-squared and Fischer exact tests were applied for categorical variables, with a level of significance of p<0,05. RESULTS: The heart team evaluated 475 patients: 25 (5.26%) died before any intervention could be proposed; 326 (68.3%) were submitted to TAVI, so the study population consisted of 124 patients not eligible for TAVI. Of these, 31 (25%) underwent surgery and 93 (75%) remained in clinical treatment. In a mean 56 months- follow-up the mortality in clinical group was 46.2%. In the surgical group the mortality was 23.9% (in-hospital 12.9% and late mortality 11% in a mean 47.4 months follow-up). The patients that died presented a significantly lower left ventricle ejection fraction (LVEF), a smaller valve area, and a larger end-systolic diameter of the LV. CONCLUSION: The mortality of the clinical group's patients was significantly higher than the surgical mortality (46.2% vs. 12.9%; p=0.021). The patients of the clinical group were older, weighed less, and had a higher incidence of renal failure and a higher STS score.

Prosthetic dental management of a patient with anhidrotic ectodermal dysplasia: a case report / Manejo protésico dental de un paciente con displasia ectodérmica anhidrótica: reporte de caso

Introduction: Ectodermal dysplasia (ED) comprises a broad group of genetic disorders characterized by alterations of the structures derived from the ectoderm, including those of the stomatognathic system. Case Report: The present article aims to report the prosthetic management of a patient with anhidrotic ectodermal dysplasia. A male patient diagnosed with ED who attended the dental consultation displaying oligodontia; underdeveloped alveolar ridges were observed. Results: The established treatment consisted of the adaptation of implant-supported fixed full-arch prosthesis designed through CAD-CAM technology for the lower jaw and of a removable partial prosthesis with muco-dental support for the upper jaw. The dental approach of patients with ED is based on a correct analysis of the facial characteristics and stomatological conditions of each subject. Conclusion: A multidisciplinary approach is mandatory due to the biological and functional complexity in biomechanical terms of these individuals.

Introducción: La displasia ectodérmica (DE) comprende un amplio grupo de trastornos genéticos caracterizados por alteraciones de las estructuras derivadas del ectodermo, incluidas las del sistema estomatognático. Reporte de Caso: El presente artículo tiene como objetivo informar del manejo protésico de un paciente con displasia ectodérmica anhidrótica. Paciente varón diagnosticado de DE acudió a consulta odontológica por oligodoncia; Se observaron crestas alveolares subdesarrolladas. Resultados: El tratamiento establecido consistió en la adaptación de una prótesis de arcada completa fija implantosoportada diseñada mediante tecnología CAD-CAM para el maxilar inferior y de una prótesis parcial removible con soporte muco-dental para el maxilar superior. El abordaje odontológico de los pacientes con DE se basa en un correcto análisis de las características faciales y condiciones estomatológicas de cada sujeto. Conclusión: Un enfoque multidisciplinario es obligatorio debido a la complejidad biológica y funcional en términos biomecánicos de estos individuos.

Screwed and cement implant prosthesis: current clinical considerations / Prótese sobre implante cimentada e parafusada: considerações clínicas atuais

ABSTRACT Introduction: There is no consensus as to which cemented or screwed retention system is best to avoid bone loss around the implant from a fixed implant-supported restoration. Objective: To evaluate the prosthesis retention systems on screw and cemented implants, regarding: bone loss, survival and failure rate, biological complications and microbiological analysis. Methods: A search was made for scientific articles that contemplated the subject through the databases Pubmed and SciELO, without period restriction. The titles, abstracts and then access to the full text has been verified. Results: It was found that excess cement may play an important role in the development of peri-implant disease. Technical failures are most seen in prosthesis retained by screws, and biological complications in cemented crowns. The success rate for both restraint systems is high, and retention-independent implant prosthesis treatment provides predictability. Conclusion: The appropriate retention system for the patient depends on several factors, including indication, advantages and disadvantages, retention provided, aesthetics and clinical performance.

RESUMO Introdução: Não há consenso sobre qual sistema de retenção, cimentado ou parafusado, é o melhor para evitar perda óssea ao redor do implante de uma restauração fixa implanto-suportada. Objetivo: Avaliar os sistemas de retenção de próteses sobre implantes parafusadas e cimentadas, quanto aos fatores: perda óssea, taxa de sobrevivência e de falhas, complicações biológicas e análises microbiológicas. Métodos: Foi realizada uma busca por artigos científicos que contemplassem o tema através das bases de dados Pubmed e SciELO, sem restrição de período. Os títulos, resumos e em seguida o acesso ao texto completo foi verificado. Resultados: Foi observado que o excesso de cimento pode desempenhar um papel importante no desenvolvimento da doença peri-implantar. Falhas técnicas são mais observadas em próteses retidas por parafusos e complicações biológicas em coroas cimentadas. A taxa de sucesso para os dois sistemas de retenção é alta e o tratamento com próteses sobre implantes independente da retenção oferece previsibilidade ao caso. Conclusão: O sistema de retenção apropriado para o paciente depende de diversos fatores, incluindo a indicação, vantagens e desvantagens, retenção fornecida, estética e desempenho clínico.

Complicações precoces em próteses parciais fixas implantossuportadas de zircônia monolítica e bicamada: estudo prospectivo, randomizado, de boca dividida / Early complications in fixed partial prosthesis implants supported with monolithic and bilayer zirconia: a prospective, randomized, split-mouth study

As coroas de cerâmica pura estão ganhando força na odontologia uma vez que as exigências estéticas e mecânicas são cada vez mais evidentes, uma vez que as próteses metal free do tipo bicamada, não raramente, apresentam lascamento da cerâmica de cobertura como a principal falha a longo prazo, então iniciou-se o uso de próteses monolíticas. Paralelamente é crescente a busca e o uso de implantes osseointegráveis para suportar as reabilitações parciais, sendo a primeira opção para as reabilitações orais de áreas edêntulas. Logo, o objetivo deste estudo clínico prospectivo, randomizado de boca dividida é avaliar o desempenho clínico e a previsibilidade, caracterizando o número e o tipo de complicações e falhas precoces como desgaste do antagonista, perda óssea, inflamação gengival e falhas mecânicas que possam ocorrer em PPFs de três elementos implantossuportadas com retenção mista em região posterior de mandíbula em zircônia monolítica e infraestrutura de zircônia com cerâmica de cobertura, além de avaliar a percepção estética e satisfação do paciente com cada uma delas. Os pacientes selecionados (N=2) passarão por procedimentos cirúrgicos para instalação de dois implantes na região posterior de mandíbula, sendo dois de cada lado. Após três a quatro meses os cicatrizadores serão instalados e a moldagem será realizada para confecção das próteses seguindo a aleatorização do lado da mandíbula. Serão avaliados desgaste das próteses e dos antagonistas por meio de microscopia eletrônica de varredura; perda óssea periimplantar utilizando radiografias periapicais em três períodos, imediatamente após a instalação das próteses, uma semana após e três meses depois, percepção estética e alteração de cor utilizando o método de escala visual analógica pelo paciente. As hipóteses deste estudo são resistência à fratura e lascamento será semelhante nos grupos avaliados, todos os grupos serão esticamente aceitáveis, o desgaste do antagonista e das próteses será semelhante entre os grupos e a manutenção periodontal e nível de perda óssea será semelhante para os grupos(AU)

The pure ceramic crowns have been gaining strength in dentistry since the aesthetic and mechanical requirements are increasingly evident. Since free metal dentures of the bilayer type, not infrequently, show sputtering of the ceramic cover as the main long-term failure, the use of monolithic prostheses was started. At the same time, the search for and use of osseointegratable implants to support partial rehabilitation is increasing, being the first option for oral rehabilitation of edentulous areas. Therefore, the purpose of this prospective, randomized, split-mouth clinical study is to assess clinical performance and predictability, characterizing the number and type of early complications and failures such as antagonist wear, bone loss, gingival inflammation, and mechanical failures that may occur in PPFs of three implant - supported elements with mixed retention in posterior region of mandible in monolithic zirconia, zirconia infrastructure with covering ceramics and metaloceramics, besides evaluating aesthetic perception and patient satisfaction with each one. Patients selected (n = 8) will undergo surgical procedures to install two implants in the posterior mandible, two on each side. After three to four months the healing will be installed and the molding will be performed to make the prosthesis following the randomization of both the patients and the side of the jaw. Wear of prostheses and antagonists will be assessed by scanning electron microscopy and profilometry; bone loss peri-implant using periapical radiographs in seven periods, immediately after the implant installation, 7 days after surgery, before the installation of the healers, at the installation of the prosthesis, 21 days after, six and twelve months later, aesthetic perception and color change using the method of visual analog scale by the patient and an intraoral spectophotometer. The hypotheses of this study are resistance to fracture and chipping will be similar in the evaluated groups, all groups will be ethically acceptable, the wear of the antagonist and the prostheses will be similar between groups and the periodontal maintenance and level of bone loss will be similar for the groups(AU)

Tratamento da ptose mamária através da colocação de implantes de silicone subfascial seguidos de mastopexia em "T" invertido / Treatment of breast ptosis by placing subfascial silicone implants followed by inverted "T" mastopexy

Introdução: O tratamento da ptose mamária utilizando a mastopexia associada à inclusão de prótese de silicone em tempo cirúrgico único é um desafio para os cirurgiões. Existem várias técnicas descritas na literatura. O objetivo deste estudo é descrever a colocação de implantes mamários de silicone em plano subfascial, seguido de ampla dissecção anterior da fáscia do músculo peitoral maior separando-a totalmente do restante do parênquima mamário no tratamento de pacientes com ptose mamária; e analisar os resultados estéticos dos pacientes operados. Métodos: Durante o período de setembro de 2017 a fevereiro de 2019 foram realizadas 64 mastopexias com cicatriz em "T" invertido associadas à inclusão de implantes mamários de silicone em plano subfascial, bilateralmente, próteses redondas texturizadas de perfil alto cujos volumes variaram de 180ml a 380ml, em pacientes com ptose mamária. Resultados: A média de idade foi de 34 anos, sendo que variou de 19 a 55 anos. O tempo se seguimento pós-operatório foi de 1 a 18 meses. As principais complicações foram: 3 casos (4,6%) de flacidez residual de pele no seguimento de 8 meses; dois casos (3,1%) de cicatrizes inestéticas; um caso (1,5%) de necrose parcial de aréola. Não houve nenhum caso de infecção ou seroma. Conclusão: A técnica de colocação de implantes mamários de silicone em plano subfascial, seguido de ampla dissecção anterior da fáscia do músculo peitoral maior separando-a totalmente do restante do parênquima mamário foi efetiva no tratamento de pacientes com ptose mamária.

Introduction: The treatment of breast ptosis using mastopexy associated with the placement of silicone prosthesis in a single surgical procedure is a challenge for surgeons. There are several techniques described in the literature. This study aims to describe the placement of silicone breast implants in the subfascial plane, followed by an extensive anterior dissection of the pectoralis major muscle fascia, totally separating it from the rest of the breast parenchyma in the treatment of patients with breast ptosis. Moreover, analyze the aesthetic results of operated patients. Methods: During the period from September 2017 to February 2019, 64 mastopexies with an inverted "T" scar were performed associated with silicone breast implants placed in the subfascial plane, bilaterally, textured high-profile round prostheses whose volumes ranged from 180ml to 380ml, in patients with breast ptosis. Results: The average age was 34 years, ranging from 19 to 55 years. The postoperative follow-up time was 1 to 18 months. The main complications were: 3 cases (4.6%) of residual skin flaccidity in the 8-month follow-up; two cases (3.1%) of unsightly scars; one case (1.5%) of partial areola necrosis. There was no case of infection or seroma. Conclusion: The technique of placing silicone breast implants in the subfascial plane, followed by an extensive anterior dissection of the pectoralis major muscle fascia, totally separating it from the rest of the breast parenchyma, was effective in the treatment of patients with breast ptosis.

Penile prosthesis implant in the special populations: diabetics, neurogenic conditions, fibrotic cases, concurrent urinary continence surgery, and salvage implants / 亚洲男科学杂志(英文版)

Penile prosthesis implant (PPI) remains an effective and safe treatment option for men with erectile dysfunction (ED). However, PPI surgery can be associated with a higher risk of complications in certain populations. This article provides a critical review of relevant publications pertaining to PPI in men with diabetes, significant corporal fibrosis, spinal cord injury, concurrent continence surgery, and complex salvage cases. The discussion of each category of special populations includes a brief review of the surgical challenges and a practical action-based set of recommendations. While specific patient populations posed considerable challenges in PPI surgery, strict pre- and postoperative management coupled with safe surgical practice is a prerequisite to achieving excellent clinical outcomes and high patient satisfaction rate.

Artificial urinary sphincter surgery in the special populations: neurological, revision, concurrent penile prosthesis and female stress urinary incontinence groups / 亚洲男科学杂志(英文版)

The artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) remains the standard of care in men with severe stress urinary incontinence (SUI) following prostate surgery and radiation. While the current AUS provides an effective, safe, and durable treatment option, it is not without its limitations and complications, especially with regard to its utility in some "high-risk" populations. This article provides a critical review of relevant publications pertaining to AUS surgery in specific high-risk groups such as men with spinal cord injury, revision cases, concurrent penile prosthesis implant, and female SUI. The discussion of each category includes a brief review of surgical challenge and a practical action-based set of recommendations. Our increased understandings of the pathophysiology of various SUI cases coupled with effective therapeutic strategies to enhance AUS surgery continue to improve clinical outcomes of many patients with SUI.

Efeitos da ciclagem mecânica, técnica de confecção e diferentes cerâmicas sobre a adaptação marginal e resistência à fratura de próteses implantossuportadas / Effects of mechanical cycling, manufacturing technique and ceramics types on the marginal fit and fracture resistance of implant-supported prostheses

O objetivo desse estudo in vitro foi avaliar por meio da metodologia de ciclagem mecânica a adaptação marginal (vertical/horizontal) e resistência à fratura, verificando a decorrência e possíveis complicações protéticas de próteses parafusadas implantossuportadas (hexágono externo) confeccionadas por diferentes técnicas e materiais cerâmicos. Foram confeccionados 50 corpos de prova, pela técnica convencional e Computer aided design and Computer aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) divididos em cinco grupos (n=10 por grupo) sendo MC (Metalocerâmica); ZrL (Coping fresado em zircônia com link mais aplicação de cerâmica feldspática); Zr (Coping fresado em zircônia mais aplicação de cerâmica feldspática); MZrL (Monolítica de zircônia com link); MZr (Monolítica de zircônia), os quais foram submetidos à ciclagem mecânica em uma angulação de 30°, a 37°C e submetidos a 5 x 106 ciclos com aplicação de carga de 150N a uma frequência de 2,0Hz. No capítulo 1 foram avaliados à adaptação marginal vertical e horizontal (µm) antes e após ciclagem mecânica em Microscópio Óptico Tridimensional (3D) e no capítulo 2 os padrões de falhas das cerâmicas em Estereomicroscópio e Microscópio eletrônico de varredura (MEV) pós ciclagem mecânica. Os dados quantitativos foram analisados quanto a distribuição de normalidade e adotou-se o teste mais adequado considerando o nível de significância de 0,05. Os resultados obtidos para o capítulo 1 foram que em relação a desadaptação marginal vertical antes da ciclagem mecânica (tempo inicial-T0), houve diferença significativa com maiores valores de desadaptação para MC (93,93±22,84µm) e MZrL (66,12±11,87µm), p<0.05, quando comparados à Zr (49,92±3µm) e MZr (49,76±3,9µm), unindo os grupos com (ZrL+MZrL: 63,04±9,33µm) e sem link (Zr+MZr: 49,84±3,38µm) comparados ao grupo controle (MC) houve diferença significativa entre todos os grupos, p< 0.05, com menores valores de desadaptação para o grupo sem link. Em termos de desadaptação marginal horizontal antes da ciclagem mecânica (tempo inicial - To), houve diferença significativa com maiores valores de desadaptação para o grupo MC (-130,275±34,97µm), p<0.05, e menores valores de desadaptação para o grupo MZr (- 10,35±23,14µm), p<0.05, quando comparados aos demais grupos, além disso para o grupo sem link (Zr: -70,27±22,61µ vs MZr: -10,35±23,14µ), houve diferença significativa (p<0.05) com menores valores de desadaptação para MZr. Unindo os grupos com (-75,98±14,17µm) e sem link (-40,31±37,73µm), foi identificada diferença significativa entre todos os grupos quando comparados ao controle (MC: -130,27±34,97µm), (p< 0.001), com menores valores para o grupo sem link. Em relação à comparação antes e após ciclagem (Tf-T0), para análise da adaptação marginal vertical, o grupo MC (10,05±5,74µm) foi o que apresentou maiores valores de desadaptação, p<0.05, quando comparado aos demais grupos, já para análise da adaptação marginal horizontal, o grupo Zr (3±13,97µm) apresentou diferença estatística, p<0.05, na comparação com ZrL (-4,48±13,59µm) e MZrL (-2,825±11,81µm), unindo os grupos com (- 3,65±12,72µm) e sem link (0,35±10,99µm), houve menores valores de desadaptação para o grupo sem link, p<0.05. Para o capítulo 2, um total de 14 amostras falharam (lascamento/fratura de cerâmica). Os grupos MZrL e MZr apresentaram significativamente menor associação de falhas, com apenas uma falha (MZr) (p=0.035), assim como em relação ao tipo de substrato, os grupos MZrL e MZr apresentaram menos falhas (p=0,011). O uso de links e o número de ciclos não indicaram diferenças significativas entre os grupos (p≥0,05). Para área da falha, houve diferença significativa para o grupo Zr (15,55m²), p=0,029, apresentando maior extensão de área quando comparado aos demais. Em relação ao local da falha o grupo MC apresentou uma maior quantidade de falhas, com 5 falhas na região de orifício do parafuso quando comparado aos demais (p=0,043), os quais apresentaram falhas em diferentes locais. Portanto, o uso da tecnologia CAD/CAM foi o que resultou em menores valores de desadaptação marginal vertical e horizontal, assim como para resistência à fratura com destaque para as coroas monolíticas de zircônia(AU)

The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate, through the mechanical cycling methodology, the marginal fit (vertical / horizontal) and fracture resistance, verifying the outcome and possible prosthetic complications of screwed-retained prostheses (external hexagon) made by different techniques and ceramic materials. Fifty specimens were made using the conventional technique and Computer aided design and Computer aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) divided into five groups (n = 10 per group) being MC (Metal-ceramics crowns); ZrL (Coping milled in zirconia with link and covered feldspar ceramic); Zr (Coping milled in zirconia with covered feldspar ceramic); MZrL (Monolithic zirconia with link); MZr (Monolithic zirconia), which were subjected to mechanical cycling at an angle of 30 °, at 37 ° C and subjected to 5 x 106 cycles with a 150N load application at a frequency of 2.0Hz. In chapter 1, the vertical and horizontal marginal fit (µm) were evaluated before and after mechanical cycling under a threedimensional optical microscope (3D) and in chapter 2 the failure modes by the stereomicroscope and scanning electron microscope (SEM) after mechanical cycling. Quantitative data were analyzed for normality distribution and the most appropriate statistical test was adopted considering the significance level of 0.05. The results obtained for chapter 1 were that in relation to vertical marginal misfit before mechanical cycling (initial time-T0), there was a significant difference with higher misfit values for MC (93.93 ± 22.84µm) and MZrL (66, 12 ± 11.87µm), p <0.05, when compared to Zr (49.92 ± 3µm) and MZr (49.76 ± 3.9µm), joining the groups with (ZrL + MZrL: 63.04 ± 9.33µm) and without link (Zr + MZr: 49.84 ± 3.38µm) compared to the control group (MC) there was a significant difference between all groups, p<0.05, with lower misfit values for the group without link. In terms of horizontal marginal misfit before to mechanical cycling (initial time - To), there was a significant difference with higher misfit values for the MC group (-130.275 ± 34.97µm), p<0.05, and lower misfit values for the group MZr (-10.35 ± 23.14µm), p < 0.05, when compared to the other groups, in addition for the group without a link (Zr: -70.27 ± 22.61µm vs MZr: -10.35 ± 23, 14µm), there was a significant difference (p< 0.05) with lower misfit values for MZr. Joining the groups with (-75.98 ± 14.17µm) and without link (-40.31 ± 37.73µm), a significant difference was identified between all groups when compared to the control (MC: -130.27 ± 34, 97µm), (p<0.001), with lower values for the group without a link. Regarding the comparison before and after cycling (Tf-T0), for analysis of vertical marginal fit, the MC group (10.05 ± 5.74µm) was the one with the highest misfit values, p <0.05, when compared to the others groups, already for analysis of the horizontal marginal adaptation, the Zr group (3 ± 13.97µm) showed statistical difference, p <0.05. For chapter 2, a total of 14 samples failed, the groups MZrL and MZr showed significantly less association of failures, with only one failure (MZr), p = 0.035, as well as in relation to the type of substrate, the groups MZrL and MZr showed fewer failures (p = 0.011). The use of links and the number of cycles did not indicate significant differences between the groups (p≥0.05). For the chipping and/or fracture dimensions, there was a significant difference for the Zr group (p = 0.029) presenting a larger area of chipping when compared to the others. Regarding the location of the failure, the MC group showed a greater number of chipping in the screw orifice region when compared to the others (p = 0.043), which failed in different locations. Therefore, the use of the CAD / CAM system resulted in lower values of vertical and horizontal marginal maladjustment, as well as fracture resistance, with emphasis on monolithic crowns(AU)

Artificial urinary sphincter surgery in the special populations: Neurological, revision, concurrent penile prosthesis and female stress urinary incontinence groups / 亚洲男科学杂志(英文版)

The artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) remains the standard of care in men with severe stress urinary incontinence (SUI) following prostate surgery and radiation. While the current AUS provides an effective, safe, and durable treatment option, it is not without its limitations and complications, especially with regard to its utility in some 'high-risk' populations. This article provides a critical review of relevant publications pertaining to AUS surgery in specific high-risk groups such as men with spinal cord injury, revision cases, concurrent penile prosthesis implant, and female SUI. The discussion of each category includes a brief review of surgical challenge and a practical action-based set of recommendations. Our increased understandings of the pathophysiology of various SUI cases coupled with effective therapeutic strategies to enhance AUS surgery continue to improve clinical outcomes of many patients with SUI.

Penile prosthesis implant in the special populations: Diabetics, neurogenic conditions, fibrotic cases, concurrent urinary continence surgery, and salvage implants / 亚洲男科学杂志(英文版)

Penile prosthesis implant (PPI) remains an effective and safe treatment option for men with erectile dysfunction (ED). However, PPI surgery can be associated with a higher risk of complications in certain populations. This article provides a critical review of relevant publications pertaining to PPI in men with diabetes, significant corporal fibrosis, spinal cord injury, concurrent continence surgery, and complex salvage cases. The discussion of each category of special populations includes a brief review of the surgical challenges and a practical action-based set of recommendations. While specific patient populations posed considerable challenges in PPI surgery, strict pre- and postoperative management coupled with safe surgical practice is a prerequisite to achieving excellent clinical outcomes and high patient satisfaction rate.

Three-dimensional finite element analysis of four-implants supported mandibular overdentures using two different attachments / 中华口腔医学杂志

Objective@#To compare the biomechanical characteristics of four-implants mandibular overdentures supported by Locator attachment or bar-clip attachment under different mechanical loads using three-dimensional finite element analysis method.@*Methods@#Two different models of four-implants supported mandibular overdentures using Locator attachment and bar-clip attachment (hereinafter called Locator model and bar-clip model) were established. Each model was subjected to five different mechanical loading conditions: 100 N vertical loading in central incisor (vertical load of incisor), 100 N vertical loading or oblique loading in canine (vertical or oblique loads of canines), 100 N vertical or oblique loading in mandibular first molar (vertical or oblique loads of mandibular first molar). The stress distributions in implants, peri-implant bone and mucosa were recorded under the above five conditions to evaluate the effects of different attachments on the biomechanical properties of implant-supported mandibular overdentures.@*Results@#Regardless of loading conditions and types of attachments, the stress concentration in implants were located at the neck of implants, and the stress concentration in peri-implant bone was located in the cortical bone. The stress values in mucosa were always much smaller than those in implants and cortical bone. Regardless of loading positions (on canine or on mandibular first molar), the maximum stress at the bone interface around the implant under lateral loading was much higher than that under vertical loading. Under various loading conditions, the stress in implants and cortical bone of the Locator model (the highest von Mise stress value was respectively 79.5 and 22.3 MPa) were lower than that of bar-clip model (the highest von Mise stress value was 110.3 and 28.7 MPa respectively) while the maximum compressive stress in mucosa (0.198 MPa) in Locator model was slightly higher than that in the bar-clip model (0.137 MPa).@*Conclusions@#In clinical practice, the lateral force applied to the implant-retained overdenture should be minimized to avoid complications caused by pathological loads. Under the same loading condition, the stress distributions in overdenture using Locator attachment are more dispersed, which is more conducive to long-term stability of implants.

Comparison between open and closed-tray impression techniques on the implant transfer accuracy / Comparação das técnicas de moldagem com moldeira aberta e fechada na precisão da transferência de implantes

Objective: This in vitro study aimed to determine and compare the dimensional accuracy of open and closed-tray impression techniques for implantsupported prosthesis. Material and Methods: On a edentulous master model, four external hexagonal implants were parallelly installed and associated with four multi unit coping transfers and four multi unit rotational caps. A master superstructure was constructed and splinted all implants (control group). Five customized trays were constructed to perform ten open (n=5) and closed-tray (n=5) impressions. The obtained models were submitted to the dimensional analysis on three points in the center of the labial face of each implant (A, B, C, and D) with the aid of Stereoscopic Magnifying Glass with x60 magnification. The vertical misfit between the metallic structure and the implant analogues was measured on each point. The obtained results were submitted to Dixon's normality test and KruskalWallis test for independent samples p < 0.05) with the aid of Bioestat 5.0 software. Results: The means and standard deviation were: open tray technique ­ 24.6474 ± 14.8883 µm; closed-tray technique ­ 26.2257 ± 9.7421 µm; and control group 22.445 ± 7.7106 µm. Conclusion: The accuracy of open and closed-tray impression techniques showed no statistically significant differences and both techniques were effective for implant transfer. (AU)

Objetivos: O presente estudo in vitro objetiva determinar e comparar a precisão dimensional das técnicas de transferência de implantes direta e indireta para próteses implantossuportadas. Material e Métodos: a partir de um modelo mestre mandibular desdentado, foram instalados paralelamente quatro implantes hexágonos externos associados a quatro componentes multi unit e quatro capas multi unit rotacionais. Confeccionou-se uma infraestrutura mestre metálica unindo todos os elementos, considerando o conjunto como grupo controle (GC). Ao todo, fabricaram-se cinco moldeiras individuais para realizar 10 moldagens mediante as técnicas direta e indireta (n= 5), sendo os modelos obtidos submetidos à análise dimensional e estatística. Com uma lupa estereoscópica binocular com ampliação de 60 x, estabeleceram-se três pontos no centro da face vestibular de cada um dos implantes (A, B, C e D) por amostra. Em cada ponto, mensurou-se o desajuste vertical entre a estrutura metálica e os análogos. Os resultados obtidos foram submetidos ao teste de normalidade de Dixon e teste de Kruskal- Wallis para amostras independentes (p< 0,05) com o auxílio do software Bioestat 5.0. Resultados: médias aritméticas e desvio padrão identificados no grupo moldagem direta (24,6474 ± 14,8883 µm) e moldagem indireta (26,2257 ± 9,7421 µm) em comparação com o modelo mestre (22,445 ± 7,7106 µm). Conclusão: Pôde-se concluir que não houve diferenças estatísticas significativas entre as técnicas na precisão da transferência de implantes, sendo ambas igualmente eficientes. (AU)

Avaliação da força de mordida em pacientes com restaurações sobre implantes: prótese total bimaxilar versus prótese total inferior/convencional superior / Bite force evaluation on patients implant-supported restorations: complete maxillary/ mandibular prosthesis vs. mandibular fi xed prosthesis/conventional maxillary denture

Objetivo: avaliar a força de mordida (FM) em pacientes com próteses sobre implantes. Material e métodos: neste estudo transversal, os pacientes foram recrutados entre junho e setembro de 2015. Foram selecionados indivíduos maiores de 18 anos e de ambos os sexos, portadores de reabilitação protética osseointegrada total parafusada, com período pós-operatório de seis meses e 12 meses, divididos em G1 (próteses bimaxilares sobre implantes) e G2 (prótese total inferior/convencional superior). Os pacientes foram instruídos para que mordessem durante dez segundos com o máximo da força possível em um dinamômetro digital. As medidas foram realizadas na face oclusal dos primeiros molares inferiores em ambos os lados, um de cada vez, e na região dos incisivos. Cada local foi mensurado três vezes e obtida uma média dos valores, com precisão de 0,01 N. Entre cada local de medida, respeitou-se um intervalo de dois minutos. Ainda, a dor (EAV), abertura bucal (mm) e a qualidade de vida (OHIP-14) foram mensuradas. Resultados: a dor no G1 foi 0, enquanto no G2 foi grau 3. Não houve diferença para o grau de abertura bucal (47,5 mm x 39,5 mm). As queixas (dor física, desconforto e incapacidade) foram registradas apenas no G2, sem diferença estatística). Entretanto, houve uma diferença signifi cativa entre G1 (275,80 N) e G2 (63,38 N) para a FM somente no lado direito (p=0,025). Conclusão: pacientes com próteses bimaxilares apresentam melhores escores em todos os parâmetros avaliados. Entretanto, mais estudos devem ser realizados em função das amostras serem reduzidas neste ensaio.

Objective: to evaluate the bite force (BF) in patients with dental implants. Material and methods: in this cross-sectional study, patients were recruited between June and September 2015. Individuals older than 18 years-old and of both sexes, who underwent osseointegrated prosthetic rehabilitations within a 6-12-month postoperative period, were divided in G1 (bimaxillary protheses) and G2 (total, implant-supported mandibular/conventional maxillary denture). Patients were instructed to bite for ten seconds with as much force as possible on a digital dynamometer. Measurements were made on the occlusal face of the fi rst lower molars on both sides, separately, and also in the incisor region. Each site was measured 3 times and an average was obtained with an accuracy of 0.01 N. Between each measurement site, an interval of two minutes was respected. Still, pain (VAS), buccal opening (mm), and quality of life (OHIP-14) were registered. Results: pain levels for G1 were 0 while in G2 a grade 3 was scored. There was no difference for the degree of buccal opening (47.5 x 39.5 mm). Complaints (physical pain, discomfort, and disability) were recorded only in G2, but without statistical difference. However, there was a signifi cant difference between G1 (275.80 N) and G2 (63.38 N) for BF only at the right side (p=0.025). Conclusion: patients with bimaxillary prostheses presented better scores for all tested parameters. However, further studies should be performed since sample sizes were reduced in this trial.