A new standardized‐automatic method for bone‐to‐implant contact histomorphometric analysis based on backscattered scanning electron microscopy images

Abstract

A novel, non-subjective, and systematic method for measuring BIC is described based on BS-SEM images. The proposed methodology minimizes the shortcomings of the results obtained by previously described methods.

The comparison between implant stability quotient and bone‐implant contact revisited: an experiment in Beagle dog

“…A new standardized non‐subjective and highly discriminative method was used for the determination of BIC data, based on BS‐SEM images (Manresa et al. ). Implants with a SBM (sandblasting with soluble particles) surface was used in this experiment because the evidence from histomorphometrical data and clinical studies suggests that rough implant surfaces exert a clinically significant influence on faster osseointegration (Cochran et al.…”

“…Sample observation and BIC measurements were performed as described previously (Manresa et al. ) by BS‐SEM (S‐360; Leica, Cambridge, UK), at the Scientific and Technological Centers of the UB, acquiring 10–16 images per sample. Image processing and BIC determination was performed using the Fiji image processing package (http://pacific.mpi-cbg.de/).…”

“…In this study, BIC assessment has been performed by a non‐subjective and systematic method based on BS‐SEM images (Manresa et al. ), and RFA values were assessed using the improved magnetic Osstell Mentor ® device. The data obtained from this animal experiment might be useful in clarifying the current controversial relationship between RF and histomorphometrical parameters.…”

Zirconia with laser‐modified microgrooved surface vs. titanium implants covered with melatonin stimulates bone formation. Experimental study in tibia rabbits

“…The method used in our study is based on the high contrast between bone and implant SEM images similar to other authors (Abrahamsson et al 2009;Santis et al 2011;Calvo-Guirado et al 2012;Manresa et al 2014).…”

Implant success remains high despite grafting voids in the maxillary sinus

“…Average BIC in an SEM study was reported to be 35% (Manresa et al. ). A histometric evaluation indicated that the mean BIC% ranged from 45.2% to 34.10% (Shibli et al.…”