Occlusal design of implant restorations

doi:10.12337/zgkqzzxzz.2025.08.012

Abstract

Abstract: Dental implant restoration is one of the primary methods for repairing dentition defects and edentulism, and its occlusal design is a critical factor influencing the restoration outcome and the implant success rate. Due to the differences in biomechanical properties between dental implants and natural teeth, the rational distribution of occlusal forces becomes a key issue in implant restoration design. This review begins with the differences between implant prostheses and natural teeth, analyzes the association between occlusal forces and peri-implant bone resorption, as well as mechanical complications, and summarizes the occlusal design principles for different types of implant restorations, aiming to provide references for clinical decision-making.

Key words: Implant, Occlusal design, Occlusal overload, Complication

Wang Qianchen, Cao Ye, Ge Yanjun. Occlusal design of implant restorations[J]. Chinese Journal of Oral Implantology, 2025, 30(4): 399-404.

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