Jofre, Jorge Effect of splinting mini-implants on marginal bone loss: a biomechanical model and clinical randomized study with mandibular overdentures. [electronic resource] - The International journal of oral & maxillofacial implants - 1137-44 p. digital Publication Type: Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ISSN: 0882-2786 Subjects--Topical Terms: AgedAged, 80 and overAlveolar Bone Loss--etiologyBiomechanical PhenomenaDental Implantation, Endosseous--instrumentationDental Implants--adverse effectsDental Prosthesis DesignDental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported--adverse effectsDental Stress AnalysisDenture Retention--instrumentationDenture, OverlayFemaleFinite Element AnalysisHumansJaw, Edentulous--pathologyLongitudinal StudiesMaleMandible--pathologyMiddle AgedModels, TheoreticalOral Surgical Procedures, Preprosthetic--instrumentationSplintsTreatment Outcome