Digital Analysis of Occlusal Force Distribution in Single-Tooth Implant Restorations

March 6, 2025 updated by: Mehmet Gözen, Konya Necmettin Erbakan Üniversitesi

Comparison of Occlusal Force Distribution and Digital Occlusal Analysis Methods of Single Posterior Implant Restorations and Digital Occlusal Analysis Methods

This study will explore the impact of single tooth implant restorations upon occlusal force distribution and the accuracy of several digital analysis methods. The biomechanical behavior of implant-supported prostheses differs from that of natural teeth, and the distribution and modulation of occlusal forces are unpredictable.

The research used the Medit i700 intraoral scanner and the OccluSense system to take pre- and post-implant measurements. The research aims to determine: How are the techniques different in the registration of occlusal contacts and force magnitude? and How does occlusal balance shift following the placement of an implant? The research findings can be used to provide clinical recommendations to optimize occlusal balancing during implant prosthetics.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Actual)

20

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Turkey
    • Meram
      • Konya, Meram, Turkey, 42090
        • Konya Necmettin Erbakan University

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

he study population consists of adult patients requiring single posterior implant-supported restorations at Necmettin Erbakan University Faculty of Dentistry. Participants are selected based on specific inclusion criteria, including good periodontal health, a single missing tooth in the posterior region, and stable occlusion (Class I bite). Patients with a history of temporomandibular joint disorders, acute pain, occlusal dysfunction, restricted mouth opening, or prior orthodontic or surgical treatments affecting occlusion are excluded. The study aims to assess occlusal force distribution changes in a clinically relevant population undergoing implant rehabilitation, providing insights into post-restorative occlusal adjustments.

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Individuals aged 18 and over
  • Patients with good periodontal health
  • Patients with a Class I bite
  • Patients with a single tooth deficiency in the posterior region planned for rehabilitation with an implant-supported single crown restoration

Exclusion Criteria:

  • History of temporomandibular joint disease
  • Acute pain or signs of occlusal dysfunction
  • Restricted mouth opening
  • Absence of a tooth distal to the planned restoration
  • Occlusion instability due to prior orthodontic or surgical treatments

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Change in Occlusal Force Distribution from Pre-Implant to Post-Implant Restoration as Measured by Medit i700 and OccluSense
Time Frame: From pre-implant assessment to 2 week after final implant restoration placement.
Occlusal force distribution was measured before and after single-tooth implant restoration using two digital occlusal analysis methods: Medit i700 intraoral scanner and OccluSense pressure sensor system. Measurements were taken under standardized conditions, ensuring maximum intercuspation position. Medit i700 provided contact area data through intraoral scans, analyzed with CloudCompare software, while OccluSense recorded occlusal force intensity and distribution, analyzed with ImageJ software. The percentage change in occlusal contact areas and force distribution was calculated between the pre- and post-implant conditions. A statistically significant change (p < 0.05) indicates an alteration in occlusal balance following the restoration.
From pre-implant assessment to 2 week after final implant restoration placement.

Collaborators and Investigators

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Sponsor

Konya Necmettin Erbakan Üniversitesi

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

September 30, 2024

Primary Completion (Actual)

January 30, 2025

Study Completion (Actual)

January 30, 2025

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

March 5, 2025

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

March 5, 2025

First Posted (Actual)

March 25, 2025

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

March 25, 2025

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

March 6, 2025

Last Verified

January 1, 2025

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • 20754

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

YES

IPD Plan Description

yes, all IPD that underlie results in a publication

IPD Sharing Time Frame

April 2025-January 2026

IPD Sharing Supporting Information Type

  • CSR

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

product manufactured in and exported from the U.S.

No

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