Learn in this entry all the possible shapes that the body of an implant can have, from a threaded body with grooves to conical bodies in its lower part. These aspects are shared by many implants, but characteristics such as thread pitch and size are characteristic of each implant model.
INDEX
- Morphology
- Threaded
- Impacted
- General shape
- Straight
- Tapered
- Tapered Apex
- Thread shape
- V-shape
- Knife
- Square
- Upwards
- Downwards
- Rounded V
- Thread Pitch
- Short
- Medium
- Long
- Thread size
- Prominent
- Subtle
- Grooved
1. MORPHOLOGY
Generally, the vast majority of implants have a threaded body, although there are some implant manufacturers that have non-threated implants, i.e. without a thread present in the body.
2. GENERAL SHAPE
The body can have a straight shape, from the neck to the apex; it can have a tapered body or only be tapered at the bottom (Tapered Apex).
3. THREAD FORM
The thread section of the implants is a differentiating characteristic, although it presents a multitude of shapes, it can be classified into: V-shape or triangle shape, knife shape, square or trapezoidal thread, upward triangle, downward triangle or it can present a rounded V shape.
4. THREAD PITCH
One aspect to take into account when identifying an implant is the thread pitch of the body. This varies according to the type of implant, but can be categorised as short pitch, medium pitch or long pitch.
5. THREAD SIZE
Another characteristic that should not be underestimated is the size of the thread, as some bodies have very pronounced threads or, on the contrary, have subtle threads or almost micro-threads. On the other hand, there are some brands that add grooves in the body of the implant.
