chapter 8, exam 2 Flashcards
dental implant
nonbiologic device surgically inserted into jawbone to replace tooth or provide support for multiunit prothesis
implant body
the “root” of the implant that is surgically placed in the living alveolar bone
abutment
titanium post that attaches to the implant body and connects the prosthesis
biocompatiable
not rejected with the body
the implant body is typically made out of what?
titanium or titanium alloy which is soft and easily scratched
zirconia
ceramic being used as an alternative to titanium, stronger
better esthetic outcome
osseointegration
alveolar bone fuses to the implant body
does peri-implant tissue have periodontal ligament or cementum?
no
biological seal
functions as barrier between implant and oral cavity
will a probe pass through an inflamed peri-implant soft tissue more easily?
yes
peri-implant mucositis
plaque biofilm-induced inflammation of soft tissue with no bone loss (gingivitis)
peri-implantitis
periodontitis affecting soft and hard tissues surrounding functioning osseointegrated dental implant
loss of alveolar bone
bone resorption
occurs after tooth loss, leading to hard tissue deficiencies
what is considered a precursor of peri-implantitis?
peri-implant mucositis
perifunctional habits
grinding, tongue thrust, clenching
what is the best indicator for implant failure?
implant mobility
probing on implant guidelines
use light force because it is weakly adherent to the titanium surface
baseline radiographs for implant process
- on day of implant placement
- on day of final prosthesis insertion
- periodically during implant maintenance
how often should someone come back after implant
3 month maintenance for the first year
after first year, every 3-6 months
what doesn’t require routine polishing?
implants, abutments, and components
