Dental torque wrench: Relevance in implant dentistry and influence of use
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The field of implant dentistry is constantly developing and improving, with the emergence of new surgical and prosthetic kits, possibilities for new materials to manufacture dental implant screws, among other research. However, a relevant aspect that has been observed clinically but little discussed is the accuracy of the measurements made by dental torque wrenches and their possible complications associated with clinical use. Therefore, this article aims to introduce the reader to the main methods used to record this scale and induce reflection on how these different methods, influenced by the clinical use of the instrument, may affect its performance.
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Accepted 2024-04-29
Published 2024-10-30
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