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Histologic evaluation of a hydroxyapatite onlay bone graft retrieved after 9 years: A clinical report

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Abstract

Because of the limited observations of published studies, the condition of hydroxyapatite after a long period of intraoral function remains a concern. This clinical report describes the histologic evaluation of a 9 year-old hydroxyapatite specimen retrieved from a human subject. The residual hydroxyapatite particles showed no sign of resorption, and tight contact with the surrounding bone was observed. Copyright © 2002 by The Editorial Council of The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)481-484
Number of pages4
JournalThe Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume87
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2002

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Oral Surgery

Keywords

  • Biodegradation, Environmental
  • Durapatite
  • Osseointegration
  • Alveolar Ridge Augmentation/methods
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Bone Substitutes
  • Female

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