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Additive manufacturing technique that uses a high-power laser (e.g., a carbon dioxide laser) to fuse small particles of plastic, metal (direct metal laser sintering), ceramic, or glass powders into a mass that has a desired 3D shape.  

A system of three categories used to describe the form of a residual alveolar ridge.  

Resulting defect following removal of jaw segments in tumor patients.  

Model describing the mechanical loading aspects of implants or teeth arranged linearly.  

A minimally depressed level of consciousness induced for anxiolysis and fear management that allows the patient to independently maintain an airway and respond appropriately to physical stimulation and verbal commands.  

A process of capturing, in segments or parts, any anatomic area using a material that will produce a negative likeness of the area of interest.  

Regarding eposteal dental implant surgery, it is the surgical procedure involving placement of an eposteal framework constructed from the first‐stage implant surgery impression. Regarding endosteal dental implant surgery, it involves the surgical reflection of soft tissue to uncover the superior (tabletop) aspect of the dental implant, the cover screw is removed, and either the healing…

Implant stability within its prepared bony site, created by osseointegration and the formation of new bone subsequent to loss of the bone initially in contact with the implant at the time of placement. This delayed clinical implant immobility may follow osteotomy site augmentation with bone substitutes and/or healing adjuncts. Compare: Primary stability, secondary union.  

The effects induced by occlusal force (normal or abnormal) acting on teeth with decreased periodontal support.