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Relation between implant/abutment vertical misfit and torque loss of abutment screws
Barbosa, Gustavo Augusto Seabra; Bernardes, Sérgio Rocha; Neves, Flávio Domingues das; Fernandes Neto, Alfredo Júlio; Mattos, Maria da Glória Chiarello de; Ribeiro, Ricardo Faria.
  • Barbosa, Gustavo Augusto Seabra; Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte. Department of Dentistry. Natal. BR
  • Bernardes, Sérgio Rocha; University of São Paulo. Dental School of Ribeirão Preto. Ribeirão Preto. BR
  • Neves, Flávio Domingues das; Federal University of Uberlândia. Dental School. Department of Fixed Prosthodontics, Occlusion and Dental Materials. Uberlândia. BR
  • Fernandes Neto, Alfredo Júlio; Federal University of Uberlândia. Dental School. Department of Fixed Prosthodontics, Occlusion and Dental Materials. Uberlândia. BR
  • Mattos, Maria da Glória Chiarello de; University of São Paulo. Dental School of Ribeirão Preto. Department of Dental Materials and Prostheses. Ribeirão Preto. BR
  • Ribeiro, Ricardo Faria; University of São Paulo. Dental School of Ribeirão Preto. Department of Dental Materials and Prostheses. Ribeirão Preto. BR
Braz. dent. j ; 19(4): 358-363, 2008. ilus, tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-504201
ABSTRACT
This study investigated whether there is a direct correlation between the level of vertical misfit at the abutment/implant interface and torque losses (detorque) in abutment screws. A work model was obtained from a metal matrix with five 3.75 x 9 mm external hex implants with standard platform (4.1 mm). Four frameworks were waxed using UCLA type abutments and one-piece cast in commercially pure titanium. The misfit was analyzed with a comparator microscope after 20 Ncm torque. The highest value of misfit observed per abutment was used. The torque required to loose the screw was evaluated using a digital torque meter. The torque loss values, measured by the torque meter, were assumed as percentage of initial torque (100 percent) given to abutment screws. Pearson's correlation (α=0.05) between the misfit values (29.08 ± 8.78 µm) and the percentage of detorque (50.71 ± 11.37 percent) showed no statistically significant correlation (p=0.295). Within the limitations of this study, it may be concluded that great vertical misfits dot not necessarily implies in higher detorque values.
RESUMO
Este trabalho teve como objetivo correlacionar o nível de desajuste vertical pilar/implante a perda do torque aplicado (destorque). Um modelo de trabalho foi obtido a partir de uma matriz metálica com cinco implantes tipo hexágono externo (Titamax, Neodent, Curitiba, Brasil) com plataforma regular (4,1 mm). Sobre esta matriz, quatro infra-estruturas foram enceradas utilizando pilares tipo UCLA e fundidas em monobloco com titânio comercialmente puro (Tritan grau I, Dentaurum, Alemanha). Os desajustes foram analisados com um microscópio óptico comparador (Mytutoyo, Japão) após torque de 20 Ncm. O maior valor de desajuste observado por pilar foi utilizado. O valor do torque de desaperto, avaliado com um torquímetro digital (TQ-680, Instrutherm, Brasil), foi calculado em porcentagem do valor do torque inicial (100 por cento) dado aos parafusos protéticos. O teste de correlação de Pearson (p<0,05), entre os valores de desajuste (29,08 ± 8,78 µm) e as porcentagens da perda de torque (50,71 ± 11,37 por cento), não mostrou correlação estatisticamente significante (p=0,295) entre tais fatores. Dentro das limitações do estudo, pode ser concluído que não necessariamente grandes valores de desajustes verticais implicarão em grades perdas de torque.
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Full text: Available Index: LILACS (Americas) Main subject: Dental Implants / Dental Abutments / Dental Prosthesis Retention / Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported / Dental Restoration Failure / Dental Implantation, Endosseous Type of study: Prognostic study Language: English Journal: Braz. dent. j Journal subject: Dentistry Year: 2008 Type: Article / Project document Affiliation country: Brazil Institution/Affiliation country: Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte/BR / Federal University of Uberlândia/BR / University of São Paulo/BR

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Full text: Available Index: LILACS (Americas) Main subject: Dental Implants / Dental Abutments / Dental Prosthesis Retention / Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported / Dental Restoration Failure / Dental Implantation, Endosseous Type of study: Prognostic study Language: English Journal: Braz. dent. j Journal subject: Dentistry Year: 2008 Type: Article / Project document Affiliation country: Brazil Institution/Affiliation country: Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte/BR / Federal University of Uberlândia/BR / University of São Paulo/BR