Implementation of contact definitions calculated by FEA to describe the healing process of basal implants.

Aims: Bone structure around basal implants shows a dual healing mode: direct contact areas manifest primary osteonal remodeling, in the void osteotomy-induced spaces, the repair begins with woven bone formation. This woven bone is later converted into osteonal bone. The purpose of this study was to develop a model to accurately represent the interface between bone and basal implant throughout the healing process.

Effects of radiation therapy on craniofacial and dental implants: a review of the literature.

Objectives: The theories of the effects of radiation therapy on craniofacial and dental implants have been challenged by new models. Animal and clinical studies differ on the importance of dose effect and implant location regarding implant survival. Our purpose was to explore the risks of irradiation regarding dose levels, timing of radiation, implant location, and material.

The use of finite element analysis to model bone-implant contact with basal implants.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to develop a model that accurately represents the interface between bone and basal implants throughout the healing process.

Study Design: The model was applied to the biological scenario of changing load distribution in a basal implant system over time. We did this through finite element analysis (FEA, or finite element method [FEM]), using multiple models with changing bone-implant contact definitions, which reflected the dynamic nature of the interface throughout the bony healing process.

The therapeutic use of botulinum toxin in cervical and maxillofacial conditions: an evidence-based review.

Introduction: The role of botulinum toxin as a therapeutic agent for several conditions is expanding. We sought to determine if botulinum toxin is safe and effective in treating patients with cervical dystonia and maxillofacial conditions. Our purpose was to establish a safety and efficacy profile to determine whether or not this treatment may be used prophylactically in patients undergoing dental implant therapy.

Restoration of the atrophied mandible using basal osseointegrated implants and fixed prosthetic superstructures.

The nonremovable reconstruction of the atrophic mandible is possible with basal osseointegrated implants in an immediate-load procedure. Between 4 and 5 implants are necessary to form a reliable foundation for a fixed bridge. The vertical dimension and the aesthetic appearance may be reconstructed in the desired way.