Publications by authors named "Flavio de Avila Kfouri"
The effect of pores and connections geometries on bone ingrowth into titanium scaffolds: an assessment based on 3D microCT images.
Biomed Mater
September 2021
In order to support bone tissue regeneration, porous biomaterial implants (scaffolds) must offer chemical and mechanical properties, besides favorable fluid transport. Titanium implants provide these requirements, and depending on their microstructural parameters, the osteointegration process can be stimulated. The pore structure of scaffolds plays an essential role in this process, guiding fluid transport for neo-bone regeneration.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: The purpose of this study was to carry out morphologic and topographic analyses of retromolar canals on cone beam computerized tomography (CBCT) scans, comparing findings to others obtained from the corresponding digital panoramic radiographs.
Methods: Sixty-one CBCT scans were analysed digitally, as well as their corresponding digital panoramic radiographs. The prevalence and distribution of these canals, foramen diameters, and intraosseous communications were also evaluated.
Background: The anterior region of the mandible is generally considered to be a safe region to invasive procedures; however, on its internal face, uncountable penetrating canals may be encountered.
Objective: To perform morphometrical and topographical analysis of endosseous canals located at the inner side of the mandibular anterior region, using cone-beam computed tomography.
Methods: Forty-six examinations were digitally analyzed.
Objective: To evaluate bone remodeling around dental implants inserted into recipient sites prepared using either the piezoelectric or the conventional drilling technique.
Material And Methods: Twenty-four male New Zealand white rabbits (4 months, 2.70 kg) received dental implants (3.