Dental implants Flashcards
1
Q
What is osseointegration?
A
The intimate or close adaptation between bone and a structure (eg titanium screw)
2
Q
What options do we have to replace missing teeth
A
- Conventional bridges
- Resin bonded bridges
- Dentures
- Implants
3
Q
How many patients with implants suffer complications
A
40%
4
Q
Why do implants fail?
A
- Peri implantitis
- Screw loosening
- Ceramic failure
5
Q
What is the survival rate of a conventional bridge at 10 years
A
89.1%
6
Q
How can conventional bridges fail
A
- Caries
- Loss of retention
- Fracture bridge
- Fractured abutment
