Comparison of the torque transferred to the implant-bone interface when tightening abutment screws and when torque testing implants: An in vitro study.

Statement Of Problem: Before dental implants are restored, osseointegration is often verified by torque testing the implant. For this test, it might be appropriate to select the torque subsequently used to tighten the abutment screw during prosthetic delivery. However, whether the full torque applied to the abutment screw is transferred to the implant-bone interface remains unknown.