June 23, 2026 Full-Arch Implant Prosthetics Multi-Unit Abutments Screw Retained Restoration Immediate Full-Arch Restoration on 4/6 Implants. Part 3 In the previous part, we concluded with the selection of implant placement sites for full-arch rehabilitations supported by 4 or 6 implants. Let's briefly recap that this design often requires angulated implant placement. In the maxilla, the implants can be tilted anteriorly, as shown in…
February 13, 2026 Full-Arch Implant Complications Multi-Unit Abutments Screw Retained Restoration MUA Screw Loosening Etiology in Full-Arch Prostheses: Biomechanical Mechanisms and Clinical Thresholds The mechanical failure of abutment screw connections in full-arch implant-supported prostheses represents one of the most prevalent and challenging complications encountered in implant dentistry. While screw loosening occurs in approximately 7.2% of implant prostheses overall, the rates vary substantially based on design parameters and clinical…
July 15, 2025 Implant Complications Multi-Unit Abutments Screw Retained Restoration Screw Retention on Multi-Unit Abutments: What Happens to Implants, Screws, and Bone Tissue Under Vertical and Horizontal Loads Research on straight and angled MUAs (0°, 17°, 30°) In this article, we will analyze how the load on dental prostheses is distributed across the components of the restoration. We will determine under what conditions the risk of screw breakage increases and which screw will…
June 9, 2025 Implant Prosthetics Multi-Unit Abutments Screw Retained Restoration Advantages of Ultra-Compact MUA V-Type Solutions: Clinical Examples For those unfamiliar with XGate Dental products, it may not be immediately apparent how V-type multi-unit abutments can address specific challenges in dental practice. This article presents several clinical cases demonstrating the application of MUA V-type solutions, valuable for both novice and experienced practitioners. See…
May 26, 2025 Implant Prosthetics Screw Retained Restoration Cement or Screw Retention for Implant Prosthetics. Part 2 In the previous part, we discussed the indications and contraindications for each retention type and examined detailed methods to mitigate the disadvantages and limitations of cement retention. This article will analyze the features of screw retention and address its potential challenges. Screw Retention: Features and…
April 17, 2025 Implant Prosthetics Screw Retained Restoration Cement or Screw Retention for Implant Prosthetics The debate continues regarding which type of retention is superior. New studies are constantly published, and the conclusion remains: both retention methods are effective and widely used. This is supported by a review for the 2009 consensus conference (within the ITI) by Dr. Salvi and…