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Bio-Logic Approaches to Implant Dentistry

A topical collection in Dentistry Journal (ISSN 2304-6767).

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Prof. Dr. Luigi Canullo

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Division of Prosthodontics and Implant Prosthodontics, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Genova, Largo R. Benzi 10, 16132 Genova, Italy
Interests: bone regeneration; CAD/CAM prosthesis; digital planning; soft tissue integration
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Dr. Donato Antonacci

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Independent Researcher, 70121 Bari, Italy
Interests: dental implants; periodontal disease
Dr. Piero Papi

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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Sciences, “Sapienza” University of Rome, Rome, Italy
Interests: peri-implantitis; biomaterials; antimicrobial surface decontamination, dental implants; biofilm; implant decontamination; antimicrobial mouthwash
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Dr. Francesco Gianfreda

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Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Rome“Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy
Interests: dental implants; periodontal disease
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Dr. Bianca Di Murro

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Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Sciences, “Sapienza” University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy
Interests: dental implants; periodontal disease; tissue regeneration; periodontal medicine; esthetic dentistry
Dr. Carlo Raffone

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Independent Researcher, 00198 Rome, Italy
Interests: dental implants; periodontal disease

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Dear Colleagues,

In recent decades, dental implants have offered both clinicians and patients an outstanding possibility to treat multiple or single missing teeth. Understanding the biological processes involved during all the phases of the treatment has made it possible to obtain a predictable osteointegration combined with great mucointegration. Numerous studies have analyzed the response to the different implant surfaces in terms of macro- and microtopography and from the chemicophysical point of view to enhance osteoblasts response and hinder bacterial growth, while other studies have proposed innovative surgical techniques in order to preserve cell vitality and increase bone to implant contact (BIC) to achieve faster and stronger integration of implant devices. Finally, new bone and tissue grafts have been used and analyzed in the case of moderate of severe bone resorption. Furthermore, from a prosthetic standpoint, several innovations, such as the introduction of new CAD/CAM materials, facilitate implant-supported restoration treatments. New materials such as zirconia have shown an incredible biocompatibility and tissue integration combined with optimal mechanical properties. In addition, it is mandatory to highlight the role of digital tools starting from the diagnosis, through planning and execution in order to reduce time, biological and economic costs, and improve performance and treatment reliability. Guided surgery protocols , with static and dynamic techniques, and digital impressions have made the workflow procedures more standardizable.

Prof. Dr. Luigi Canullo
Dr. Donato Antonacci
Dr. Piero Papi
Dr. Francesco Gianfreda
Dr. Bianca Di Murro
Dr. Carlo Raffone
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Keywords

  • Dental implant surfaces
  • Osteointegration
  • Bone and soft tissue graft
  • Dental implant mechanical properties
  • Case reports
  • Digital implant dentistry
  • Guided surgery
  • Clinical studies
  • Basic research
  • Esthetic solution with dental implant
  • Dental implant supported restorations
  • Periimplantitis

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2022

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Clinical Outcome of Fully Digital Workflow for Single-Implant-Supported Crowns: A Retrospective Clinical Study
by Francesco Gianfreda, Paolo Pesce, Erich Marcano, Valeria Pistilli, Patrizio Bollero and Luigi Canullo
Dent. J. 2022, 10(8), 139; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj10080139 - 27 Jul 2022
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A digital workflow by means of intraoral scanners and computer tomography has been used in dental implantology, allowing clinicians to be potentially more accurate and precise. Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAD-CAM) and 3D models facilitate the process from treatment planning to the [...] Read more.
A digital workflow by means of intraoral scanners and computer tomography has been used in dental implantology, allowing clinicians to be potentially more accurate and precise. Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAD-CAM) and 3D models facilitate the process from treatment planning to the surgical procedure, up to the implant placement and final prosthesis. The aim of the present retrospective study was to evaluate a fully digital workflow for single-tooth implant rehabilitation. A total of 19 patients (22 implants) were included in the present study, with a mean follow-up time of 2 years. A fully digital workflow was performed on each patient through the planning, design and printing of a surgical guide, following a digital impression made with an intraoral scanner, computer-tomography-guided implant placement and, finally, with the delivery of a CAD-CAM crown. The two-year follow-up results were satisfactory in terms of the aesthetic yield and precision of the prosthesis. In single-implant-supported restorations, due to digital protocols and digital planning, a reduced number of clinical sessions was registered and the treatment plan results were more predictable. Future studies are needed to understand the application of fully digital protocols in cases of partially or totally edentulous patients. Full article
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The Effects of Ultrasonic Scaling and Air-Abrasive Powders on the Decontamination of 9 Implant-Abutment Surfaces: Scanning Electron Analysis and In Vitro Study
by Francesco Gianfreda, Patrizio Bollero, Maurizio Muzzi, Andrea Di Giulio, Eleonora Nicolai and Luigi Canullo
Dent. J. 2022, 10(3), 36; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj10030036 - 1 Mar 2022
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(1) Background: The aim of this study is to understand from a microscopic point of view whether bicarbonate air-abrasive powders associated with ultrasonic instruments can decontaminate nine different surfaces used for the abutment/implant junction. Fibroblast growth was carried out on decontaminated surface in [...] Read more.
(1) Background: The aim of this study is to understand from a microscopic point of view whether bicarbonate air-abrasive powders associated with ultrasonic instruments can decontaminate nine different surfaces used for the abutment/implant junction. Fibroblast growth was carried out on decontaminated surface in order to understand if there are significative differences in terms of biocompatibility. (2) Methods: After taking samples of patient plaque, nine different surfaces were contaminated and analyzed by SEM, then their wettability was evaluated. Fibroblasts were cultured on the decontaminated surfaces to understand their ability to establish a connective tissue seal after decontamination. The results were analyzed from a statistical point of view to hypothesize a mathematical model capable of explaining the properties of the surfaces. (3) Results: A negative correlation between roughness and contamination has been demonstrated, whereas a weak correlation was observed between wettability and decontamination capacity. All surfaces were topographically damaged after the decontamination treatment. Grade 5 titanium surfaces appear tougher, whereas anodized surfaces tend to lose the anodizing layer. (4) Conclusions: further studies will be needed to fully understand how these decontaminated surfaces affect the adhesion, proliferation and differentiation of fibroblasts and osteoblasts. Full article
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