The effect of onlay Medpor implants on mandibular growth in young rabbits: an experimental study.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
Medpor implants were placed on the periosteum of the mandible in infant rabbits to study their effects on growth. Three months later radiological and histopathological studies were performed in situ and after removal of the mandible. The authors demonstrate that implants did not affect normal development of the mandible; however, there was a decrease in bone thickness and a mononuclear cell reaction was caused where the implant came in contact with the bone.
Medical subject headings
- Biocompatible Materials
- Mandible
- Polyethylenes
- Prostheses and Implants