implantology

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Etymology

From implant +‎ -ology.

Noun

implantology (uncountable)

  1. The science of or techniques involved in dental implants.
    • 2015 December 15, “Antibacterial Peptide-Based Gel for Prevention of Medical Implanted-Device Infection”, in PLOS ONE[1], →DOI:
      In oral implantology, bacteria are present in dental plaque and along with in the microgap between implant and prosthesis screws on implants.

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