Mechanical basis for bone retention arou
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Harold Alexander; John L. Ricci; George J. Hrico
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Article
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2009
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John Wiley and Sons
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English
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## Abstract This study, analytically, through finite element analysis, predicts the minimization of crestal bone stress resulting from implant collar surface treatment. A tapered dental implant design with (LL) and without (control, C) laser microgrooving surface treatment are evaluated. The LL imp