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                                influence on peri-implant bone remodeling when implants are installed in relation to soft tissue thickness allowing the formation of a 3 to 4 mm biological seal.
8. Implant surface roughness (minimally rough vs moderately rough) influences peri-implant bone remodeling nor additional bone loss when implants are installed in relation to soft tissue thickness allowing the formation of a 3 to 4 mm biologic seal.
9. Peri-implant health parameters (probing pocket depth, bleeding on probing, and plaque score) are not affected by implant design, surface texture, or abutment-connection features when implants are installed in relation to soft tissue thickness.
10. Anticipating biologic width re-establishment by adapting the vertical position of the implant in relation to the available soft tissue thickness may prevent initial peri-implant bone loss.
11. In a well-maintained population, the effect of early implant surface exposure caused by initial bone remodeling on peri-implant bone stability and biological parameters seems to be limited.
12. Implant-supported mandibular overdentures significantly improve the quality of life, with little biological complications and a high survival rate of the implants.
■ FUTURERESEARCHRECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the conclusions of this thesis the following research recommendations are given.
1. An internationally accepted panel of experts, such as the EAO, EWOP and ADA, need to provide research guidelines with a minimum of required parameters necessary for the publication of a clinical study. Based on these guidelines and in relation to scientific integrity, the author, reviewer, editor and publisher share the responsibility that clinical data of published studies are suitable and accessible for further analysis in systematic reviews and meta-analysis.
2. Given that mean values are not sufficient to describe the extent of biological complications and disease, implant research concerning peri- implant health minimally requires:
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