Conceptual Design of the Dental Implant (IMAGE)

KU Leuven

Conceptual Design of the Dental Implant

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Conceptual design of the dental implant. Through a cover screw underneath the crown of the tooth, the implant can easily be filled with antimicrobial drugs, anti-inflammatory agents, or substances that stimulate integration into the jawbone.

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© KU Leuven - Annabel Braem

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