This in-vivo study investigates early (48h), mature (2 weeks) and long-term (3 months) biofilm formation and composition on temporary push-on cones (exchangeable conical rings) made of noble-alloy-based materials (Pagalinor, PA) in comparison to Titanium-6Aluminum-7Niobium alloy (TAN) presently used in the transmucosal portion of dental implant abutments.
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Change in total bacterial load formed on the removable rings of each material
Timeframe: at 48 hours after ring placement, 2 weeks after ring placement and 3 months after ring placement