Riccardo Bladari

Mr. Riccardo Bladari


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Academic Career Length

8Years (2019-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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27 November 2019 in Prosthesis
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Gabriele CervinoGabriele Cervino
Gabriele Cervino
MMMarco Montanari
Marco Montanari
Dario SantonocitoDario Santonocito
Dario Santonocito
FNFabiana Nicita
Fabiana Nicita
RBRiccardo Bladari
Riccardo Bladari
Luca FiorilloLuca Fiorillo
Luca Fiorillo
In recent years, a major research goal of companies has been to create mechanical components suitable for rehabilitation that are safer and more reliable. Evaluating their biomechanical features could be a way to improve them. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the different biomechanical features of low-profile retentive systems (Rhein®). Two different attachment systems were tested: OT Equator® Smart Box and Locator® R-TX. Once a machine was created for the simulation of the connection and disconnection of the attacks in a combined manner, it was possible to evaluate these parameters over time. Attachments were mounted in two different configurations of the divergence angle: 10° and 50°. The drop retention force proved to be stable over time. The Locator® R-TX attachment experienced a more rapid decrement of the retention force than the OT Equator® Smart Box. Both tested systems experienced a high drop in retention; this drop tended to stabilize after 1.5 years of use, and it was correlated with the divergence angle. The OT Equator® Smart Box system underwent this loss of retention more gradually than the Locator® R-TX. This study demonstrates preliminary results from a bioengineering and biomechanical point of view, providing useful information for the continuous improvement of these devices and, therefore, for the quality of patients’ oral health.

28 February 2026 in Applied Sciences
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Marco TallaricoMarco Tallarico
Marco Tallarico
DMDario Melodia
Dario Melodia
Łukasz ZadrożnyŁukasz Zadrożny
Łukasz Zadrożny
CCCarlotta Caccio'
Carlotta Caccio'
Silvio Mario MeloniSilvio Mario Meloni
Silvio Mario Meloni
Gabriele CervinoGabriele Cervino
Gabriele Cervino
The implant–abutment connection (IAC) is a critical determinant of the mechanical and biological performance of dental implants. Connection design and insertion torque may influence fatigue resistance, micromovement, and microgap formation, thereby affecting long-term implant success. This in vitro study evaluated a novel conical implant–abutment connection under controlled mechanical loading conditions. Methods: A sequential in vitro protocol was applied. Mechanical testing was conducted according to ISO 14801:2016 and included static and cyclic loading tests of the KS implant system inserted at two different torque values (35 Ncm and 70 Ncm). High-resolution micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) was performed after mechanical loading to evaluate implant–abutment interface integrity, microstructural alterations, and microgap behavior. Results: Static and cyclic loading tests revealed no observable differences between implants inserted at 35 Ncm and 70 Ncm, with all specimens completing the loading protocols without mechanical failure. Micro-CT analysis showed no evidence of microfractures, permanent deformation, or clinically relevant alterations at the implant–abutment interface. A stable and well-sealed connection was observed for both torque values following mechanical loading. Conclusions: Within the limitations of this in vitro study, the investigated conical implant–abutment connection demonstrated stable mechanical performance and preserved interface integrity after static and cyclic loading, regardless of whether implants were placed at 35 Ncm or 70 Ncm. These findings indicate that, under the present experimental conditions, both torque levels were associated with comparable structural integrity and mechanical stability of the investigated implant–abutment connection. This study should be interpreted as a preliminary experimental investigation, designed to provide descriptive and mechanistic insights rather than statistically powered comparative conclusions. Further long-term clinical trials are required to confirm these preliminary results.