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- 1. A type of bone graft where the material is obtained from animals, such as bovine (cow) or porcine (pig) sources.
- 3. Also known as stitches; used to hold tissues together after surgery to aid healing, control bleeding, and prevent blood clot dislodgement.
- 8. A type of implant, also called a "mandibular staple," that is placed under the chin and has posts that project through the anterior mandible to support a denture.
- 9. Stitches that are not absorbed by the body's enzymes and must be removed at a later appointment.
- 11. A type of bone graft using human bone obtained from donors, which is washed, freeze-dried, and stored in a tissue bank.
- 12. Cone beam computed tomography; an imaging technique that provides 3D images of dental structures for guided implant planning.
- 17. A type of implant where a custom-fabricated metal framework is placed over the bony ridge, under the periosteum, to support a denture.
- 19. Grafting A surgical procedure to replace lost bone, often in preparation for an implant, using one of four types of materials.
- 20. Crown An implant crown that is attached to the abutment with a small screw, allowing it to be retrieved for evaluation or replacement.
- 21. A component attached temporarily to the implant fixture to allow the gingiva to heal around it before the final crown is placed.
- 22. A ceramic material used for implants that is stronger than other ceramics and is considered equally biocompatible with titanium.
- 24. A procedure where a provisional crown and abutment are placed at the same time as the implant fixture, prioritizing initial stability.
- 25. The final restoration (e.g., a single crown, bridge, or denture) that is made to fit onto the implant abutment.
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- 2. Stitches that are broken down by the body's enzymes and absorbed, not requiring a removal appointment.
- 4. A surgical procedure where the implant fixture is placed at the same time a tooth is extracted.
- 5. A component that attaches to the implant fixture and acts like a prepared tooth, onto which the final crown or prosthesis is attached.
- 6. An implant crown that is attached to the abutment using a provisional cement; a popular technique, especially for anterior teeth.
- 7. A type of bone graft where bone is harvested from the patient's own body, such as the lower jaw, chin, hip, or shin.
- 10. Synthetic materials, such as calcium phosphate or hydroxyapatite, used in bone grafting to stimulate new bone growth.
- 13. A chemical integration process where ceramic implant materials integrate more intimately with bone compared to titanium.
- 14. The adaptation of epithelial cells to the surface of the implant, which forms a crucial barrier to prevent bacterial invasion.
- 15. The process by which living bone grows around and closely adapts to the surface of an implant fixture, typically made of titanium.
- 16. Membrane A thin membrane made of resorbable (collagen) or nonresorbable (Teflon) material that prevents fibrous tissue from growing into a bone graft site.
- 18. Inflammation and potential bone loss around a dental implant, which can be caused by factors like remaining cement under the gums.
- 23. The most common type of dental implant, which is surgically placed directly into the bone to act as a substitute for a tooth root.
- 24. The component of a dental implant that is surgically placed into the bone to provide support for the restoration.