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- Title
Evaluation of Floss Remnants After Implant Flossing in Three Different Implant Conditions: A Preclinical Study.
- Authors
Montevecchi, Marco; Valeriani, Leoluca; Franchi, Lucia; Sforza, Nicola Marco; Piana, Gabriela
- Abstract
The aim of this preclinical study was to evaluate whether implant flossing could leave floss residues in three different implant-prosthetic conditions. Materials and Methods: Using an anatomical model, three different conditions were studied: correct connection between the implant and abutment and complete insertion of the implant threads into the plaster (control group); misfit of approximately 220 to 230 μm between the implant platform and abutment in the absence of any thread exposure (misfit group); partial exposure of implant threads but absence of misfit (thread group). Twenty-one microstructured tapered threaded implants were divided among the three groups. Each sample was subjected to a flossing procedure using spongy floss, standardized in terms of movement, frequency, time, and pressure. Subsequently, a stereomicroscope examination with a standardized magnification of 10× was performed in order to highlight the possible presence of floss residues on the implant surface. Results: No floss residue was ever detected for the control group. Both misfit and thread groups showed floss residues that were discernible in two different types: microfilaments and amorphous particles. Statistical analysis showed a significant difference for the presence of floss remnants between the control group and the other two experimental groups (P = .005). No difference was observed between the misfit and thread groups. Conclusion: This study shows that exposed threads and misfit can induce the release of floss residues during maintenance procedures.
- Subjects
DENTAL floss; WASTE products; DENTAL implants; DENTURES; TOOTH care &; hygiene
- Publication
International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants, 2021, Vol 36, Issue 3, p569
- ISSN
0882-2786
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.11607/jomi.8350