osseointegration


osseointegration

 [os″e-o-in″tĕ-gra´shun] the formation of a direct interface between an orthopedic or dental implant and bone, without intervening soft tissue.

os·se·o·in·te·gra·tion

(os'ē-ō-in'tĕ-grā'shŭn) The direct attachment to bone of an inert, alloplastic material without intervening connective tissue, as with dental implants.

os·se·ous in·teg·ra·tion

(osē-ŭs intĕ-grāshŭn) Apparent direct attachment or connection of osseous tissue to an inert alloplastic material without intervening connective tissue, as with dental implants.
Synonym(s): osseointegration.