Paolo Pera
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233
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About
Paolo Pera is a leading researcher in dental biomaterials and implant prosthodontics, with a focus on understanding how restorative materials affect the biomechanics of dental implants. His key research areas include masticatory simulation, shock absorption capacity of prosthetic materials, and the development of robotic testing systems for dental applications. Pera’s major contribution lies in pioneering the use of a masticatory robot to measure, in vitro, the vertical occlusal forces transmitted through different crown materials onto simulated peri-implant bone. This work has provided critical insights into how material choice influences load distribution and shock absorption, directly impacting the longevity and success of implant-supported prostheses. His most cited paper (96 citations) and subsequent studies have collectively garnered over 230 citations, establishing a robust evidence base for material selection in implant dentistry. Notably, Pera’s development and validation of a robotic chewing simulator—capable of reproducing three-dimensional mandibular movements and masticatory forces—represents a significant methodological advancement, offering a reproducible, high-fidelity platform for testing restorative materials. His research bridges engineering and clinical dentistry, providing practitioners with data-driven guidance for optimizing patient outcomes.
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