Resonance frequency analysis
Resonance Frequency Analysis (RFA)
Resonance Frequency Analysis (RFA) is a non-invasive diagnostic method used in the field of medicine and dentistry to assess the stability of dental implants and bone healing.
Pronunciation
Resonance: /ˈrɛzənəns/ Frequency: /ˈfriːkwənsi/ Analysis: /əˈnalɪsɪs/
Etymology
The term "Resonance" originates from the Latin word "resonare", meaning to "resound". "Frequency" comes from the Latin word "frequentia", meaning "crowd" or "multitude". "Analysis" is derived from the Greek word "analusis", meaning "a breaking up".
Definition
RFA is a method that measures the stiffness of the bone-implant interface by applying a small lateral force to the implant and measuring the resulting vibration or resonance frequency. The frequency is measured in Hertz (Hz) and is used to calculate the Implant Stability Quotient (ISQ), a scale used to quantify implant stability.
Related Terms
- Implant Stability Quotient (ISQ): A unit of measurement used in RFA to quantify the stability of a dental implant.
- Osseointegration: The process by which a dental implant becomes accepted and integrated into the surrounding bone.
- Peri-implantitis: A condition characterized by inflammation of the tissue surrounding a dental implant, often leading to bone loss and implant failure.
Applications
RFA is primarily used in the field of dentistry to monitor the healing process of dental implants and to predict their long-term success. It can also be used in orthopedics to assess the stability of orthopedic implants.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Resonance frequency analysis
- Wikipedia's article - Resonance frequency analysis
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