Awareness on Various Surface Modifications of Implants Among Dental Students

Abstract

Implant surfaces are continuously being improved to achieve faster osseointegration and a stronger bone to implant interface. The adhesion and differentiation of osteoblastic cells are influenced by the surface properties of the dental implant. Surface properties include chemical composition, surface energy, roughness, and topography. In dental implants, surface roughness is often modified to modulate bone apposition. Surface roughness can be described as macro-, micro-, and nanometer-sized texture. Macro-and micrometer roughness facilitates mechanical anchorage to bone.The aim of this study is to estimate the awareness of various surface modifications of implants among dental students. A questionnaire with a set of 15 questions were prepared and an online survey was conducted among dental students using the survey planet. The sample size is 100. The results were analysed using SPSS software. From the study, 99% of the students were aware of a dental implant and 68% of the students have placed an implant. 75% of the students think that sandblasted and acid etched implants have more success rate among the microtopography implants. According to the results, students were aware about the various surface modifications of implants and also most of the students have an experience of placing an implant.