• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제8권5호
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• pp.388-395
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• 2016

PURPOSE. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the resistance to deformation under static overloading by measuring yield and fracture strength, and to analyze the failure characteristics of implant assemblies made of different titanium grades and connections. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Six groups of implant assemblies were fabricated according to ISO 14801 (n=10). These consisted of the combinations of 3 platform connections (external, internal, and morse tapered) and 2 materials (titanium grade 2 and titanium grade 4). Yield strength and fracture strength were evaluated with a computer-controlled Universal Testing Machine, and failed implant assemblies were classified and analyzed by optical microscopy. The data were analyzed using the One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Student's t-test with the level of significance at P=.05. RESULTS. The group $IT4_S$ had the significantly highest values and group IT2 the lowest, for both yield strength and fracture strength. Groups $IT4_N$ and ET4 had similar yield and fracture strengths despite having different connection designs. Group MT2 and group IT2 had significant differences in yield and fracture strength although they were made by the same material as titanium grade 2. The implant system of the similar fixture-abutment interfaces and the same materials showed the similar characteristics of deformation. CONCLUSION. A longer internal connection and titanium grade 4 of the implant system is advantageous for static overloading condition. However, it is not only the connection design that affects the stability. The strength of the titanium grade as material is also important since it affects the implant stability. When using the implant system made of titanium grade 2, a larger diameter fixture should be selected in order to provide enough strength to withstand overloading.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제50권2호
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• pp.128-134
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• 2012

연구 목적: 본 연구는 국내 개발된 맞춤형 임플란트 지대주와 기성 임플란트 지대주의 반복 하중 전과 후의 나사 풀림 토크 값을 측정, 비교하여 나사 결합부 안전성에 차이가 있는지를 알아보고자 하였다. 연구 재료 및 방법: 총 12개의 임플란트 고정체(Implantium, Dentium Co., Seoul, Korea)를 알루미늄 원통에 레진으로 고정하고, 그것을 각각 4개씩, 3개의 군으로 나눠서 각 군별로 기성 티타늄 지대주(Implantium, Dentium Co., Seoul, Korea), 캐드캠 맞춤형 티타늄 지대주(Myplant, Raphabio Co., Seoul, Korea), 그리고 금속 연결부가 있는 캐드캠 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주(Zirconia Myplant, Raphabio Co., Seoul, Korea)를 제작하여 임플란트에 연결하였다. 금속관은 지대주에 맞춰서 티타늄을 밀링해서 제작한뒤 지대주에 합착하였다. 반복 하중을 가하기 전에 지대주 나사를 30 Ncm 토크로 조이고 약 30분 후 나사의 초기 풀림 토크값을 측정하였다. 그 후 반복 하중을 30 N에서 120 N의 싸인 곡선을 이루는 압축력으로 2 Hz의 빈도로 50만 싸이클을 가하고 하중 후 풀림 토크값을 측정하였으며, 풀림 토크 상실률을 구하여서 군끼리 비교하였다. 나사의 풀림 토크값의 상실률의 비교를 위해 Kruskal-Wallis test를 이용해서 유의수준 .05에서 분석하였다. 결과: 반복하중 후 나사 풀림 상실률에서 기성 티타늄 지대주 군에 비해 맞춤형 티타늄 지대주는 높은 값을 보였으나 유의성 있는 차이를 보이지 않았다($P$>.05). 반면, 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주는 기성 티타늄 지대주에 비해 유의하게 높은 값을 보였다($P$=.014). 결론: 본 실험의 한계 내에서 캐드캠 맞춤형 티타늄 임플란트 지대주는 기성 임플란트 지대주 에 비해 나사 안정성이 떨어진다고 볼 수 없다. 반면, 캐드캠 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주 는 기성 임플란트 지대주에 비해 나사 안정성이 다소 떨어진다고 볼 수 있다.

• 대한치과기공학회지
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• 제44권3호
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• pp.67-75
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• 2022

Purpose: This study aimed to comparatively evaluate the stress distribution of bones surrounding the implant system to which both titanium and polyetheretherketone (PEEK) abutments are applied using a three-dimensional finite element analysis. Methods: The three-dimensional implant system was designed by the computer-aided design program (CATIA; Dassault Systemes). The discretization process for setting nodes and elements was conducted using the HyperMesh program (Altair), after finishing the design of each structure for the customized abutment implant system. The results of the stress analysis were drawn from the Abaqus program (Dassault Systèmes). This study applied 200 N of vertical load and 100 N of oblique load to the occlusal surface of a mandibular first molar. Results: Under external load application, the PEEK-modeled dental implant showed the highest von Mises stress (VMS). The lowest VMS was observed in the Ti-modeled abutment screws. In all groups, the VMS was observed in the crestal regions or necks of implants. Conclusion: The bones surrounding the implant system to which the PEEK abutment was applied, such as the cortical and trabecular bones, showed stress distribution similar to that of the titanium implant system. This finding suggests that the difference in the abutment materials had no effect on the stress distribution of the bones surrounding implants. However, the PEEK abutments require mechanical and physical properties improved for clinical application, and the clinical application is thought to be limited.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제1권2호
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• pp.102-106
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• 2009

STATEMENT OF PROBLEM. Screw loosening has been a common complication and still reported frequently. PURPOSE. The purpose of this study was to evaluate abrasion of the implant fixture and TiN coated abutment screw after repeated delivery and removal with universal measuring microscope. MATERIAL AND METHODS. Implant systems used for this study were Osstem and 3i. Seven pairs of implant fixtures, abutments and abutment screws for each system were selected and all the fixtures were perpendicularly mounted in liquid unsaturated poly-esther with dental surveyor. After 20 times of repeated closing and opening test, the evaluation for the change of inner surface of implant and TiN-coated abutment screw, and weight loss were measured. Mann-Whitney test with SPSS statistical software for Window was applied to analyze the measurement of weight loss. RESULTS. TiN-coated abutment screws of Osstem and 3i showed lesser loss of weight than non-coated those of Osstem and 3i (P < .05, Mann-Whitney test). CONCLUSION. Conclusively, TiN coating of abutment screw showed better resistance to abrasion than titanium abutment screw. It was concluded that TiN coating of abutment screw would reduce the loss of preload with good abrasion resistance and low coefficient of friction, and help to maintain screw joint stability.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제41권5호
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• pp.617-625
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• 2003

Statement of problem : There are many studies focused on the effect of shape of futures on stress distribution in the mandibular bone. However, there are no studies focused on the effect of the abutment types on stress distribution in mandibular bone. Purpose : The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of three different abutment types on the stress distributions in the mandibular bone due to various loads by performing finite element analysis. Material and method : Three different implant systems produced by Warantec (Seoul, Korea), were modeled to study the effect of abutment types on the stress distribution in the mandibular bone. The three implant systems are classified into oneplant (Oneplant, OP-TH-S11.5). internal implant (Inplant, IO-S11.5) and external implant (Hexplant, EH-S11.5). All abutments were made of titanium grade ELI. and all fixtures were made of titanium grade IV. The mandibular bone used in this study is constituted of compact and spongeous bone assumed to be homogeneous, isotropic and linearly elastic. A comparative study of stress distributions in the mandibular bone with three different types of abutment was conducted. Results : It was found that the types of abutments have significant influence on the stress distribution in the mandibular bone. It was due to difference in the load transfer mechanism and the size of contact area between abutment and fixture. Also the maximum effective stress in the mandibular bone was increased with the increase of inclination angle of load. Conclusion : It was concluded that the maximum effective stress in the bone by the internal implant was the lowest among the maximum effective stresses by other two types.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제40권3호
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• pp.275-286
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• 2002

Statement of problem. Surface alteration of the implant screws after function may be associated with mechanical failure. Theses metal fatigue appears to be the most common cause of structural failure. Purpose. The purpose of this study was to evaluate surface alteration of the implant screws after function through the examination of used and unused implant screws in SEM(scanning electron microscope). Materials and methods. In this study, abutment screws(Steri-oss, 3i), gold retaining screw(3i) and titanium retaining screw(3i) were retrieved from patients. New, unused abutment and retaining screws were prepared for control group. Each of the old, used screws was retrieved with a screwdriver. And retrieved implant complex of Steri-oss system was prepared for this study. Then, SEM investigation and EDS analysis of abutment and retaining screws were performed. And SEM investigation of cross-sectioned sample of retrieved implant complex was performed. Results. In the case of new, unused implant screws, as maunfactured circumferential grooves are regularly examined and screw thread are sharply remained. Before ultrasonic cleansing of old, used implant screw, a lot of accumulation and corrosion products were existed. After ultrasonic cleansing of old, used implant screws, circumferential grooves as examined before function were randomly deepened and scratches increased. Also, dull screw thread was examined. More surface alterations after function were examined in titanium screw than gold screw. And more surface alteration was examined when retrieved with driver than retrieved without driver. Conclusions. These surface alteration after function may result in the screw instability. Regularly cleansing and exchange of screws was recommended. We recommend the use of gold screw rather than titanium screw, and careful manipulation of the driver.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제38권6호
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• pp.765-781
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• 2000

The purpose of this study was to compare the screw loosening characteristics of three avail-able cementation type abutments: one-piece cementation type abutment; two-piece cementation type abutment using titanium abutment screw; two-piece cementation type abutment using gold abutment screw. Two implant supported three-unit superstructures were fabricated using a pair of 3 kinds of abutments for each experimental model. Cyclic loading was applied on the specimen, and made to stop when the superstructure showed movement over threshold range. The loaded cycle was counted until the machine stopped. Frequency analysis was done to measure the change of natural frequency before and after the application of cyclic load and to find the effect of screw loosening on the change of natural frequency. The specimen assembly was modeled to perform the finite element analysis to see the distribution of the stress induced by the application of preload over the screw joint and to compare the pattern of the distribution of stress induced by the external force with the change of the preload condition. The following results were obtained: 1. The failure loading cycle of two-piece cementation type abutment using gold screw was significantly greater than those of the other groups. 2. One-piece cementation type abutment applied to multi-unit restoration case did not show greater resistance to screw loosening compared to two-piece cementation type abutments. 3. Frequency analysis showed decrease in natural frequency when screw loosening occured.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제42권6호
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• pp.664-670
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• 2004

Statement of problem. One of the common problems of dental implant prosthesis is the loosening of the screw that connects each component, and this problem is more common in single implant-supported prostheses with external connection. Purpose. The purpose of this study was to examine the changes of detorque values of abutment screws with external connection in different abutment heights. Materials and methods. After cyclic loading on three different abutment heights, detorque values were measured. Abutments were retained with titanium abutment screws tightened to 30 Ncm (30.5 kgmm) with digital torque gauge as recommended by the manufacturer. Replacing abutments, implants and titanium abutment screws with new ones at every measurement, initial detorque values were measured six times. In measuring de torque values after cyclic loading, Avana Cemented Abutments of 4.0 mm collar, 7.0 mm height (Osstem Co., Ltd., Seoul, Korea) were used with three different lengths of 5.0, 8.0, 11.0 mm. Shorter abutments were made by milling of 11.0 mm abutment to have the same force-exercised area of 4.5 mm diameter. Sine curve force (20N-320N, 14Hz) was applied, and detorque values were measured after cyclic loading of 2 million times by loading machine. Detorque values of initial and after-loading were measured by digital torque gauge. One-way ANOVA was employed to see if there was any influence from different abutment heights. Results. The results were as follows: 1. The initial detorque value was 27.8$\pm$0.93 kgmm, and the ratio of the initial detorque value to the tightening torque was 0.91(27.8/30.5). 2. Measured detorque values after cyclic loading were declined as the height of the abutment increased, that was, 5.0 mm; 22.3$\pm$0.82 kgmm, 8.0 mm; 21.8$\pm$0.93 kgmm, and 11.0 mm; 21.3$\pm$0.94 kgmm. 3. One-way ANOVA showed no statistically significant differences among these (p>0.05). 4. Noticeable mobility at the implant-abutment interface was not observed in any case after cyclic loading at all.

• 한국산업융합학회 논문집
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• 제20권2호
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• pp.169-176
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• 2017

Dental implants are required to have biomechanical functions and biostability in order to perform authoring, pronunciation, and aesthetic functions in the oral cavity. In terms of biostability, pure titanium for medical have good biostability and no rejection in the alveolar bone. with appropriate strength in terms of strength as well as biocompatibility. In recent years, various surgical methods and devices have been developed to improve the convenience and safety of the procedure. However, as the number of procedures increases, the screw loosening of the abutment screw connecting the artificial root and the abutment There are many reports of artificial root and abutment fracture. Fig. 1 is an example of a case where the upper part of the abutment screw is arbitrarily modified to remove the abutment by the abutment fracture due to the loosening of the abutment screw. The fundamental cause of abduction of the abutment screw is caused by the slight movement due to the lowering of the retention force of the abutment screw. It is necessary to minimize loosening of the abutment screw to avoid problems such as fracture during the period of using the implant. The purpose of this study is to investigate the structure of the abutment screw to prevent the loosening of the abutment screw by forming 0.5mm slot.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제46권5호
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• pp.500-510
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• 2008

연구목적: 최근 지대주 나사에 WC/C 또는 TiN 코팅이 연구되고 있으며, 이들을 금속표면에 코팅 시 마찰계수의 감소와 부식에 대한 저항, 물리적 취약함의 해소 등의 효과를 얻을 수 있으며. 코팅된 지대주 나사에서 마모와 적합도, 풀림력이 향상되었다는 결과들이 보고되고 있다. 본 연구에서는 지대주 나사에 적용된 코팅이 나사 풀림에 미치는 영향을 알아보아 임상적으로 문제가 되고 있는 지대주 나사의 풀림현상을 해소하는데 그 목적이 있다. 연구재료 및 방법: 코팅되지 않은 타이타늄 지대주 나사와 (그룹 A) WC/C (그룹 B)와 TiN (그룹 C)으로 코팅된 지대주 나사의 10회 반복 착탈시 풀림력 및 표면의 변화를 비교해본 결과 다음과 같은 결론을 얻었다. 결과: 1. 반복 착탈 전, 그룹 A는 일정한 방향성을 가진 다소 거친 표면이 관찰되었으 나 그룹 B와 그룹 C는 코팅된 입자들이 관찰되었으며 코팅층이 전체적으로 균일하고 매끈한 모양을 나타내었다. 2. 반복 착탈 전, 그룹 B에 비해 그룹 C의 표면에서 코팅 입자의 크기가 더 크고 두껍게 코팅 된 모양을 나타내었다. 3. 반복 착탈 후, 그룹 A와 그룹 B에서는 지대주 나사 표면의 마모와 변형이 관찰 되었으며 그룹 B에서는 코팅 입자의 탈락 현상을 볼 수 있었다. 4. 반복 착탈 전과 후의 지대주 나사 무게의 변화를 측정한 결과 그룹 A가 가장 큰 감소를 보였으며, 그룹 C가 그룹 B 보다 무게의 변화가 적었으나 두 그룹간 통계적으로 유의한 차이는 없었다. 5. 그룹 B와 그룹 C는 그룹 A에 비해 높은 평균 풀림력을 나타내었고 통계학적으로 유의할 만한 차이가 있었다. 6. 그룹 A에서 그룹B 와 그룹 C보다 평균 풀림력의 감소 경향이 더욱 현저 하게 나타났다. 결론: 결론적으로, WC/C 또는 TiN 코팅된 지대주 나사는 반복적인 사용 후에도 코팅되지 않은 타이타늄 지대주 나사에 비해 뚜렷한 표면 변화를 보이지 않았으며 마모에 대한 저항성이 우수하였고 높은 풀림력을 나타내었다. 따라서 지대주 나사에 WC/C 또는 TiN 코팅을 적용 시 나사 풀림의 문제점을 개선할 수 있을 것으로 사료된다.