• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제54권2호
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• pp.93-102
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• 2016

목적: 본 연구의 목적은 내부육각 연결형 임플란트에서 두 가지 지르코니아 지대주와 티타늄 지대주의 변연 및 내면 적합도를 비교하고자 하였다. 재료 및 방법: 티타늄 지대주와 두 종류의 지르코니아 지대주를 내부육각연결 구조형 임플란트(TSV, Zimmer)에 체결하였다. 기성 티타늄 지대주(Hex-Lock, Zimmer)를 대조군으로 하여, 기성 지르코니아 지대주(ZirAce, Acucera)와 copy milling 시스템(Zirkonzahn Max, Zirkonzahn)으로 제작한 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주를 비교하였다. 임플란트 고정체에 30 Ncm의 토크로 지대주를 연결하였으며, 각 실험군 당 8개의 시편을 제작하였다. 아크릴 레진에 포매하여 절단시편을 제작한 후 주사전자현미경으로 고정체-임플란트 계면에서 변연간극과 내부육각 내면간극을 측정하고, 지대주 나사와 지대주 나사받침 사이 계면에서 수직 및 수평간극을 측정했다. 측정치는 일원배치분산분석과 Scheffe test로 통계 처리하였다(${\alpha}=0.05$). 결과: 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주의 변연 간극은 두 가지 기성 지대주에 비해 컸다. 내부육각 내면간극은 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주와 기성 지르코니아 지대주 사이에 유의차를 보이지 않았고 기성 티타늄 지대주보다 컸다. 기성 지르코니아 지대주의 지대주 나사 수직간극과 수평간극은 기성 티타늄 지대주보다 컸다. 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주의 경우. 지대주 나사 수평간극은 두 가지 기성 지대주보다 컸으며, 지대주 나사 수직간극을 측정할 수 없었다. 기성 지르코니아 지대주는 나사받침이 명확하게 형성되어 있었으나, 나사받침의 형태가 지대주 나사와 조화되지 않았다. 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주의 경우에는 나사받침이 명확하게 형성되어 있지 않았다. 결론: 내부육각 연결형 임플란트에서 기성 티타늄 지대주가 두 종류의 지르코니아 지대주보다 적합도가 좋았다. 맞춤형 지르코니아 지대주는 두가지 기성 지대주에 비해 변연간극이 크고 나사와 나사받침 사이의 적합도가 낮았다.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제46권3호
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• pp.246-254
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• 2008

STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: The cast abutment has advantages of overcoming angulation problem and esthetic problem. However, when a gold-machined UCLA abutment undergoes casting, the abutment surfaces in contact with the implant may change. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to compare the detorque values of prefabricated machined abutments with gold-premachined cast-on UCLA abutments before and after casting in two types of internal implant-abutment connection systems: (1) internal hexagonal joint, (2) internal octagonal joint. Furthermore, the detorque values of two implant-abutment connection systems were compared. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Twenty internal hexagonal implants with an 11-degree taper and twenty internal octagonal implants with an 8-degree taper were acquired. Ten prefabricated titanium abutments and ten gold-premachined UCLA abutments were used for each systems. Each abutment was torqued to 30 N㎝ according to the manufacturer's instructions and detorque value was recorded. The detorque values were measured once more, after casting with gold alloy for UCLA abutment, and preparation for titanium abutments. Group means were calculated and compared using independent t-test and paired t-test (${\alpha}$=0.05). RESULTS: The results were as follows: 1. The detorque values between titanium abutments and UCLA-type abutments showed significant differences in internal octagonal implants (P<0.05), not in internal hexagonal implants (P>0.05). 2. In comparison of internal hexagonal and octagonal implants, the detorque values of titanium abutments had significant differences between two connection systems on the initial analysis (P<0.05), not on the second analysis (P>0.05) and the detorque values of UCLA-type abutments were not significantly different between two connection systems (P>0.05). 3. The detorque values of titanium abutments and UCLA-type abutments decreased significantly on the second analysis than the initial analysis in internal hexagonal implants (P<0.05), not in internal octagonal implants (P>0.05). CONCLUSION: Casting procedures of UCLA-type abutments had no significant effect on screw loosening in internal implant-abutment connection systems, and UCLA-type abutments showed higher detorque values than titanium abutments in internal octagonal implants.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제9권4호
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• pp.271-277
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• 2017

PURPOSE. This in vitro study aimed to evaluate the effect of implant connection design (external vs. internal) on the fit discrepancy and torque loss of zirconia and titanium abutments. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Two regular platform dental implants, one with external connection ($Br{\aa}nemark$, Nobel Biocare AB) and the other with internal connection (Noble Replace, Nobel Biocare AB), were selected. Seven titanium and seven customized zirconia abutments were used for each connection design. Measurements of geometry, marginal discrepancy, and rotational freedom were done using video measuring machine. To measure the torque loss, each abutment was torqued to 35 Ncm and then opened by means of a digital torque wrench. Data were analyzed with two-way ANOVA and t-test at ${\alpha}=0.05$ of significance. RESULTS. There were significant differences in the geometrical measurements and rotational freedom between abutments of two connection groups (P<.001). Also, the results showed significant differences between titanium abutments of internal and external connection implants in terms of rotational freedom (P<.001). Not only customized internal abutments but also customized external abutments did not have the exact geometry of prefabricated abutments (P<.001). However, neither connection type (P=.15) nor abutment material (P=.38) affected torque loss. CONCLUSION. Abutments with internal connection showed less rotational freedom. However, better marginal fit was observed in externally connected abutments. Also, customized abutments with either connection could not duplicate the exact geometry of their corresponding prefabricated abutment. However, neither abutment connection nor material affected torque loss values.

• Journal of Periodontal and Implant Science
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• 제42권6호
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• pp.217-223
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• 2012

Purpose: Several parameters have been described for determining the success or failure of dental implants. The surface properties of transgingival implant components have had a great impact on the long-term success of dental implants. The purpose of this study was to compare the tendency of two periodontal pathogens to adhere to and colonize zirconia abutments and titanium alloys both in hard surfaces and soft tissues. Methods: Twelve patients participated in this study. Three months after implant placement, the abutments were connected. Five weeks following the abutment connections, the abutments were removed, probing depth measurements were recorded, and gingival biopsies were performed. The abutments and gingival biopsies taken from the buccal gingiva were analyzed using real-time polymerase chain reaction to compare the DNA copy numbers of Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, Porphyromonas gingivalis, and total bacteria. The surface free energy of the abutments was calculated using the sessile water drop method before replacement. Data analyses used the Mann Whitney U-test, and P-values below 0.05 find statistical significance. Results: The present study showed no statistically significant differences between the DNA copy numbers of A. actinomycetemcomitans, P. gingivalis, and total bacteria for both the titanium and zirconia abutments and the biopsies taken from their buccal gingiva. The differences between the free surface energy of the abutments had no influence on the microbiological findings. Conclusions: Zirconia surfaces have comparable properties to titanium alloy surfaces and may be suitable and safe materials for the long-term success of dental implants.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제10권3호
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• pp.197-204
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• 2018

PURPOSE. To determine the extent of treatment traces, the roughness depth, and the quantity of titanium nitride (TiN) removed from the surface of CAD/CAM abutments after treatment with various instruments. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Twelve TiN coated CAD/CAM abutments were investigated for an in vitro study. In the test group (9), each abutment surface was subjected twice (150 g vs. 200 g pressure) to standardized treatment in a simulated prophylaxis measure with the following instruments: acrylic scaler, titanium curette, and ultrasonic scaler with steel tip. Three abutments were used as control group. Average surface roughness (Sa) and developed interfacial area ratio (Sdr) of treated and untreated surfaces were measured with a profilometer. The extent of treatment traces were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy. RESULTS. Manipulation with ultrasonic scalers resulted in a significant increase of average surface roughness (Sa, P<.05) and developed interfacial area ratio (Sdr, P<.018). Variable contact pressure did not yield any statistically significant difference on Sa-values for all instruments (P=.8). Ultrasonic treatment resulted in pronounced surface traces and partially detachment of the TiN coating. While titanium curettes caused predominantly moderate treatment traces, no traces or detectable substance removal has been determined after manipulation with acrylic curettes. CONCLUSION. Inappropriate instruments during regular plaque control may have an adverse effect on the integrity of the TiN coating of CAD/CAM abutments. To prevent defects and an increased surface roughness at the transmucosal zone of TiN abutments, only acrylic scaling instruments can be recommended for regular maintenance care.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제11권1호
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• pp.48-54
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• 2019

PURPOSE. The aim of the present randomized controlled study was to compare prefabricated all-ceramic, anatomically shaped healing abutments followed by all-ceramic abutments and all-ceramic crowns and prefabricated standard-shaped (round-diameter) titanium healing abutments followed by final titanium abutments restored with porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) implant crowns in the premolar and molar regions. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Forty-two patients received single implants restored either by all-ceramic restorations (test group, healing abutment, final abutment, and crown all made of zirconia) or conventional titanium-based restorations. Immediately after prosthetic incorporation and after 12 months of loading, implant survival, technical complications, bone loss, sulcus fluid flow rate (SFFR) as well as plaque index (PI) and implant stability (Periotest) were analyzed clinically and radiologically. RESULTS. After 12 months of loading, an implant and prosthetic survival rate of 100% was observed. Minor prosthetic complications such as chipping of ceramic veneering occurred in both groups. No statistical significant differences were observed between both groups with only a minimum of bone loss, SFFR, and PI. CONCLUSION. All-ceramic implant prostheses including a prefabricated anatomically shaped healing abutment achieved comparable results to titanium-based restorations in the posterior region. However, observational results indicate a benefit as shaping the peri-implant soft-tissue with successive provisional devices and subsequent compression of the soft tissue can be avoided.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제6권1호
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• pp.46-52
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• 2014

PURPOSE. The aim of this study was to evaluate the interface accuracy of computer-assisted designed and manufactured (CAD/CAM) titanium abutments and implant fixture compared to gold-cast UCLA abutments. MATERIALS AND METHODS. An external connection implant system (Mark III, n=10) and an internal connection implant system (Replace Select, n=10) were used, 5 of each group were connected to milled titanium abutment and the rest were connected to the gold-cast UCLA abutments. The implant fixture and abutment were tightened to torque of 35 Ncm using a digital torque gauge, and initial detorque values were measured 10 minutes after tightening. To mimic the mastication, a cyclic loading was applied at 14 Hz for one million cycles, with the stress amplitude range being within 0 N to 100 N. After the cyclic loading, detorque values were measured again. The fixture-abutment gaps were measured under a microscope and recorded with an accuracy of ${\pm}0.1{\mu}m$ at 50 points. RESULTS. Initial detorque values of milled abutment were significantly higher than those of cast abutment (P<.05). Detorque values after one million dynamic cyclic loadings were not significantly different (P>.05). After cyclic loading, detorque values of cast abutment increased, but those of milled abutment decreased (P<.05). There was no significant difference of gap dimension between the milled abutment group and the cast abutment group after cyclic loading. CONCLUSION. In conclusion, CAD/CAM milled titanium abutment can be fabricated with sufficient accuracy to permit screw joint stability between abutment and fixture comparable to that of the traditional gold cast UCLA abutment.

• 대한치과기공학회지
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• 제46권2호
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• pp.21-27
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• 2024

Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the stress distribution and deformation in implant abutments made from titanium (Ti-6Al-4V), zirconia, and polyetheretherketone (PEEK), including their screws and fixtures, under various loading conditions using finite element analysis (FEA). Methods: Three-dimensional models of the mandible with implant abutments were created using Siemens NX software (NX10.0.0.24, Siemens). FEA was conducted using Abaqus to simulate occlusal loads and assess stress distribution and deformation. Material properties such as Young's modulus and Poisson's ratio were assigned to each component based on literature and experimental data. Results: The FEA results revealed distinct stress distribution patterns among the materials. Titanium alloy abutments exhibited the highest stress resistance and the most uniform stress distribution, making them highly suitable for long-term stability. Zirconia abutments showed strong mechanical properties with higher stress concentration, indicating potential vulnerability to fracture despite their aesthetic advantages. PEEK abutments demonstrated the least stress resistance and higher deformation compared to other abutment materials, but offered superior shock absorption, though they posed a higher risk of mechanical failure under high load conditions. Conclusion: The study emphasizes the importance of selecting appropriate materials for dental implants. Titanium offers durability and uniform stress distribution, making it highly suitable for long-term stability. Zirconia provides aesthetic benefits but has a higher risk of fracture compared to titanium. PEEK excels in shock absorption but has a higher risk of mechanical failure compared to both titanium and zirconia. These insights can guide improved implant designs and material choices for various clinical needs.

• 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.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제11권2호
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• pp.105-111
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• 2019

PURPOSE. Limited data is available regarding the differences for possible microleakage problems and fitting accuracy of zirconia versus titanium abutments with various connection designs. The purpose of this in vitro study was to investigate the effect of connection design and abutment material on the sealing capability and fitting accuracy of abutments. MATERIALS AND METHODS. A total of 42 abutments with different connection designs [internal conical (IC), internal tri-channel (IT), and external hexagonal (EH)] and abutment materials [titanium (Ti) and zirconia (Zr)] were evaluated. The inner parts of implants were inoculated with $0.7{\mu}L$ of polymicrobial culture (P. gingivalis, T. forsythia, T. denticola and F. nucleatum) and connected with their respective abutments under sterile conditions. The penetration of bacteria into the surrounding media was assessed by the visual evaluation of turbidity at each time point and the number of colony forming units (CFUs) was counted. The marginal gap at the implant- abutment interface (IAI) was measured by scanning electron microscope. The data sets were statistically analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis followed by Mann-Whitney U tests with the Bonferroni-Holm correction (${\alpha}=.05$). RESULTS. Statistically significant difference was found among the groups based on the results of leaked colonies (P<.05). The EH-Ti group characterized by an external hexagonal connection were less resistant to bacterial leakage than the groups EH-Zr, IT-Zr, IT-Ti, IC-Zr, and IC-Ti (P<.05). The marginal misfit (in ${\mu}m$) of the groups were in the range of 2.7-4.0 (IC-Zr), 1.8-5.3 (IC-Ti), 6.5-17.1 (IT-Zr), 5.4-12.0 (IT-Ti), 16.8-22.7 (EH-Zr), and 10.3-15.4 (EH-Ti). CONCLUSION. The sealing capability and marginal fit of abutments were affected by the type of abutment material and connection design.