Wear of Titanium Implant Platforms with Different Abutment Connections and Abutment Materials: A Pilot Study
The most commonly used material in dental implants and their abutments is titanium. Zirconia is a more aesthetic alternative to titanium abutments; however, it is much harder. There are concerns that zirconia could damage the surface of the implant over time, especially in less stable connections. T...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Functional Biomaterials |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4983/14/4/178 |