• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제13권6호
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• pp.396-407
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• 2021

PURPOSE. Zirconia has exceptional biocompatibility and good mechanical properties in clinical situations. However, finite element analysis (FEA) studies on the biomechanical stability of two-piece zirconia implant systems are limited. Therefore, the aim of this study was to compare the biomechanical properties of the two-piece zirconia and titanium implants using FEA. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Two groups of finite element (FE) models, the zirconia (Zircon) and titanium (Titan) models, were generated for the exam. Oblique (175 N) and vertical (175 N) loads were applied to the FE model generated for FEA simulation, and the stress levels and distributions were investigated. RESULTS. In oblique loading, von Mises stress values were the highest in the abutment of the Zircon model. The von Mises stress values of the Titan model for the abutment screw and implant fixture were slightly higher than those of the Zircon model. Minimum principal stress in the cortical bone was higher in the Titan model than Zircon model under oblique and vertical loading. Under both vertical and oblique loads, stress concentrations in the implant components and bone occurred in the same area. Because the material itself has high stiffness and elastic modulus, the Zircon model exhibited a higher von Mises stress value in the abutments than the Titan model, but at a level lower than the fracture strength of the material. CONCLUSION. Owing to the good esthetics and stress controllability of the Zircon model, it can be considered for clinical use.

• 대한치과의사협회지
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• 제52권9호
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• pp.541-549
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• 2014

The restorative treatment using titanium implants has become a standard procedures in everyday clinical practice. However, there are several concerns about the use of titanium as a materials. Above all, the grayish metal color provokes esthetic problems when the soft tissue around the implants is not optimal. Recently, zirconia has been emerging as an alternative to titanium due to its white color and superior physicochemical properties. In this paper, the current findings about zirconia implants was reviewed based on the results from animal and clinical experiments. In addition, the immediate implantation protocols using the natural tooth form zirconia implants was introduced as a novel procedures and future perspectives were discussed.

• 대한치과교정학회지
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• 제47권4호
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• pp.229-237
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• 2017

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the initial stability as insertion and removal torque and the clinical applicability of novel orthodontic zirconia micro-implants made using a powder injection molding (PIM) technique with those parameters in conventional titanium micro-implants. Methods: Sixty zirconia and 60 titanium micro-implants of similar design (diameter, 1.6 mm; length, 8.0 mm) were inserted perpendicularly in solid polyurethane foam with varying densities of 20 pounds per cubic foot (pcf), 30 pcf, and 40 pcf. Primary stability was measured as maximum insertion torque (MIT) and maximum removal torque (MRT). To investigate clinical applicability, compressive and tensile forces were recorded at 0.01, 0.02, and 0.03 mm displacement of the implants at angles of $0^{\circ}$, $10^{\circ}$, $20^{\circ}$, $30^{\circ}$, and $40^{\circ}$. The biocompatibility of zirconia micro-implants was assessed via an experimental animal study. Results: There were no statistically significant differences between zirconia micro-implants and titanium alloy implants with regard to MIT, MRT, or the amount of movement in the angulated lateral displacement test. As angulation increased, the mean compressive and tensile forces required to displace both types of micro-implants increased substantially at all distances. The average bone-to-implant contact ratio of prototype zirconia micro-implants was $56.88{\pm}6.72%$. Conclusions: Zirconia micro-implants showed initial stability and clinical applicability for diverse orthodontic treatments comparable to that of titanium micro-implants under compressive and tensile forces.

• 구강회복응용과학지
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• 제33권4호
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• pp.307-313
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• 2017

본 증례에서는 상악 완전 무치악 환자에서 CAD/CAM으로 가공 지르코니아 바와 PEKK 슬리브를 제작하여, 바 어태치먼트를 활용한 임플란트 지지형 피개의치로 수복하였다. 2년간의 정기적인 경과 관찰 결과 심미적, 기능적으로 만족할 만한 결과를 얻었기에 이를 보고하는 바이다.

• 대한치과기공학회지
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• 제32권4호
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• pp.317-325
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• 2010

Purpose: The aim of this study is to make some basic materials to find retention force difference based on the total height of CAD/CAM zirconia abutment used for implant, retention force difference based on how to regulate the height of the abutment, retention force difference based on the size and retention force difference based on the design group. Methods: The retention force was measured by being pulled at the speed of 1mm/min after being combined with zirconia block and abutment using Temp-BOND of Kerr. The experiment was done at the research lab of OSTEM in Busan by useing UNIVERSAL TESTING MACHINE on March 3rd, 2010. Results: After analysing the total height and the retention force, p-value had minor difference by 0.01 statistically. Namely, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm had the retention force difference and we could see retention force difference on 3mm and 5mm at the post test. After analyzing how to regulate the height and retention force, p-value had minor difference by 0.000 statistically. Namely, 1mm and 2mm had the retention difference and we could see that 1mm and 2mm with the total height had retention difference. After analyzing the retention force based on the size, p-value had minor retention force difference by 0.000 statistically. Namely, 7 different size had retention force difference and we could see the size 21.9mm, 32.9mm, 32.9mm, 38.4mm, 48.9mm and 54.9mm had retention force difference. Conclusion: Namely 9 different design group had retention difference and we could see that 9 design group with 5.6.7.8 design group and 9 design group with 1.2.3.4. design group had retention force.

• 대한치과기공학회지
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• 제46권2호
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• pp.21-27
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• 2024

Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the stress distribution and deformation in implant abutments made from titanium (Ti-6Al-4V), zirconia, and polyetheretherketone (PEEK), including their screws and fixtures, under various loading conditions using finite element analysis (FEA). Methods: Three-dimensional models of the mandible with implant abutments were created using Siemens NX software (NX10.0.0.24, Siemens). FEA was conducted using Abaqus to simulate occlusal loads and assess stress distribution and deformation. Material properties such as Young's modulus and Poisson's ratio were assigned to each component based on literature and experimental data. Results: The FEA results revealed distinct stress distribution patterns among the materials. Titanium alloy abutments exhibited the highest stress resistance and the most uniform stress distribution, making them highly suitable for long-term stability. Zirconia abutments showed strong mechanical properties with higher stress concentration, indicating potential vulnerability to fracture despite their aesthetic advantages. PEEK abutments demonstrated the least stress resistance and higher deformation compared to other abutment materials, but offered superior shock absorption, though they posed a higher risk of mechanical failure under high load conditions. Conclusion: The study emphasizes the importance of selecting appropriate materials for dental implants. Titanium offers durability and uniform stress distribution, making it highly suitable for long-term stability. Zirconia provides aesthetic benefits but has a higher risk of fracture compared to titanium. PEEK excels in shock absorption but has a higher risk of mechanical failure compared to both titanium and zirconia. These insights can guide improved implant designs and material choices for various clinical needs.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제55권2호
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• pp.218-224
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• 2017

방사선치료를 받은 상악에 임플란트 지지 고정성 보철물을 이용하여 수복하는 것은 골치유능력이 낮기 때문에 상세한 치료계획이 필요하다. All-on-4 개념에 의한 임플란트 식립은 골이식을 피하면서 임플란트를 매식할 수 있어 유리하다. 일반적으로 경사된 임플란트에는 기성 경사형 지대주를 사용해왔다. 본 임상증례에서는 computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM)으로 제작된 지대주를 사용하였다. 본 증례는 all-on-4 개념에 의해 임플란트를 매식하고 CAD/CAM titanium 지대주를 제작한 다음 CAD/CAM zirconia 고정성 보철물로 수복하여 좋은 결과를 얻었기에 보고하고자 한다.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제51권3호
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• pp.190-198
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• 2013

연구 목적: 최근 지르코니아 임플란트가 크게 향상된 물리적 성질, 자연치와 유사한 색조, 뛰어난 생체 적합성으로 주목 받고 있다. 이에 본 연구에서는 국내에서 시판되고 있는 상용 타이타늄 임플란트와 개발 단계인 지르코니아 임플란트의 골유착을 비교 연구하였다. 연구 재료 및 방법: 상용 타이타늄 임플란트(T 군)와 기계 절삭된 나사형 지르코니아 임플란트(Z 군), 기계 절삭 후 알루미나 샌드 블라스팅으로 표면 처리된 나사형 지르코니아 임플란트(ZS 군)의 표면 거칠기를 측정한 후 6마리 돼지의 좌, 우측 하지 경골에 식립하여 1주, 4주, 12주에 각각 희생하여 Periotest values (PTVs) 측정, 조직학적 측정 및 조직 계측학적 측정, 주사 전자 현미경 관찰을 시행하였다. 평균 표면 거칠기와 PTVs, 조직계측학적 측정 결과는 일원분산분석을 통해 통계 처리되었다(${\alpha}=.05$). 결과:각 군 임플란트의 표면 거칠기를 측정한 결과 T 군이 Z 군, ZS 군에 비해 더 유의하게 높은 평균 표면 거칠기 값을 보였다. PTVs는 측정 시기 모두에서 T 군이 상대적으로 낮은 값을 보였으나 각 군에 따라, 시기에 따라 모두 통계적으로 유의하지는 않았다. 식립 1주차 골접촉율 측정 결과 Z 군이 T 군, ZS 군에 비해 유의성 있게 높았고, 골면적율은 T 군, Z 군이 ZS 군에 비해 유의성 있게 높았다. 식립 4주차 골접촉율 측정에서 T 군이 Z 군, ZS 군에 비해 유의성 있게 높았고, 골면적율은 군간 유의한 차가 없었다. 식립 12주차 골접촉율은 T 군, ZS 군, Z 군 순으로 낮아졌고 모든 군간 통계적으로 유의한 차이가 존재하였다. 골면적율은 T 군, ZS 군이 Z 군에 비해 유의성 있게 높았다. 결론: 이상의 결과는 지르코니아 임플란트의 골유착이 타이타늄 임플란트에 비해 부족하며, 상용화를 위해서는 지르코니아 임플란트의 표면 변형에 관한 연구가 더 필요함을 시사한다.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제6권5호
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• pp.346-350
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• 2014

PURPOSE. Impact forces in implant supported FDP (fixed dental prosthesis) are higher than that of tooth supported FDPs and the compositions used in frameworks also has a paramount role for biomechanical reasons. The aim of this study was to evaluate the flexural strength of two different zirconia frameworks. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Two implant abutments with 3.8 mm and 4.5 mm platform were used as premolar and molar. They were mounted vertically in an acrylic resin block. A model with steel retainers and removable abutments was fabricated by milling machine; and 10 FDP frameworks were fabricated for each Biodenta and Cercon systems. All samples were thermo-cycled for 2000 times in $5-55^{\circ}C$ temperature and embedded in $37^{\circ}C$ artificial saliva for one week. The flexural test was done by a rod with 2 mm ending diameter which was applied to the multi-electromechanical machine. The force was inserted until observing fracture. The collected data were analyzed with SPSS software ver.15, using Weibull modulus and independent t-test with the level of significance at ${\alpha}=.05$. RESULTS. The mean load bearing capacity values were higher in Biodenta but with no significant differences (P>.05). The Biodenta frameworks showed higher load bearing capacity ($F_0=1700$) than Cercon frameworks ($F_0=1520$) but the reliability (m) was higher in Cercon (m=7.5). CONCLUSION. There was no significant difference between flexural strengths of both zirconia based framework systems; and both Biodenta and Cercon systems are capable to withstand biting force (even parafunctions) in posterior implant-supported bridges with no significant differences.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제47권2호
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• pp.164-173
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• 2009

연구 목적: 심미적 장점을 지닌 지르코니아 지대주와 금속 지대주 사이에 반복 하중 전, 후의 풀림 회전력을 비교하여 지대주 재질에 따른 나사 안정성에 차이가 있는지를 비교 분석해 보고자 하는 것이다. 연구 재료 및 방법: 실험군은 크게 외측 연결 구조(US II, Osstem Implant, Korea)와 내측 연결 구조(GS II, Osstem Implant, Korea)의 임플란트 시스템을 두 군으로 나누었다. 각각의 군에서 지르코니아 지대주군와 금속 지대주군으로 나누어 실험하였다. 각군당5개씩의 시편을 제작하였다. 임플란트 고정체를 별도 제작된 지그에 고정시킨다. 디지털 토크게이지를 이용하여 30 Ncm의 조임 회전력을 가하고 10분 후 동일 조임 회전력을 한번 더 적용하였다. 다음 각 지대주 나사의 초기 풀림 회전력을 디지털 토크게이지로 측정하였다. 동일 시편을 다시 30 Ncm의 조임 회전력을 가하여 체결한 후, 유압식 동적 재료시험기(Instron, USA)에 임플란트 매식체를 치과용 임플란트 피로시험에 관한 ISO/FPIS 14801:2003(E)규정을 참고하여 고정시켰다. 최소 하중은 10 N, 최대 하중은 250 N의 sine형 반복 하중을 $30^{\circ}$의 경사각도로, 하중 주기는 14 Hz로, 100만 회의 반복 하중을 적용한 후 풀림 회전력을 측정하였다. 결과: 1. 모든 시스템에서 지대주 나사의 풀림 회전력이 조임 회전력 보다 감소하였으나, 나사 풀림 현상은 나타나지 않았다. 2. 반복 하중 전과 후의 나사 풀림 회전력은 두 임플란트 시스템 모두에서 지르코니아 지대주가 금속 지대주보다 더 컸다(P<.05). 3. 반복 하중에 따른 풀림 회전력 상실률은 두 임플란트 시스템 모두에서 지르코니아 지대주와 금속 지대주가 차이가 없는 것으로 나타났다(P>.05). 4. 금속 지대주에서 반복 하중에 따른 풀림 회전력 상실률은 내측 연결 형태의 GS II 시스템이 외측 연결형태의 US II 시스템보다 작았다(P<.05). 5. 지르코니아 지대주에서는 반복 하중에 따른 풀림 회전력 상실률은 두 임플란트 시스템 간에 차이가 없는 것으로 나타났다(P>.05). 결론: 본 실험을 통해 100만회 반복 하중 하에서 지르코니아 지대주가 금속 지대주에 비해 나사 결합부 안정성이 더 크다는 결론을 내릴 수 있다.