Mandibular bone characteristics, drilling protocols, and final insertion torque for titanium-zirconium mini-implants for overdentures: A cross-sectional analysis.
Claudio Rodrigues LelesJosé Luiz Rodrigues LelesThalita Fernandes Fleury CuradoJésio Rodrigues SilvaLays Noleto NascimentoMarcella Silva de PaulaSabrina ManiewiczMartin SchimmelGerald John McKennaPublished in: Clinical implant dentistry and related research (2023)
Sufficient primary stability for immediate loading was achieved for the majority of the mini implants placed. Surgical implant bed preparation should be site-specific to achieve optimal primary stability for immediate loading while avoiding excessive insertion torque.