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All of the following describe the soft tissues around an IMPLANT EXCEPT:

  1. A true new connective-tissue ATTACHMENT (inserting/circular fibers like a PDL)
  2. Long junctional epithelium
  3. Peri-implant mucosal seal
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Correct answer: A. A true new connective-tissue ATTACHMENT (inserting/circular fibers like a PDL)

  • A. Correct — the EXCEPTION. Implants lack a true periodontal ligament; collagen fibers run PARALLEL to the implant rather than inserting into it — there is NO new connective-tissue attachment like around a natural tooth.
  • B. Incorrect (it IS present). A long junctional epithelium forms against the implant surface.
  • C. Incorrect (it IS present). A peri-implant mucosal seal/cuff surrounds the implant.

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