Stimulation of bone growth to facilitate healing of a dental implant
utilizing a interiorly threaded dental screw of nonconductive material in
conjunction with a healing cap abutment whereby electrical stimulation
facilitates healing of the surgical site. The device is powered by a
battery for the purpose of creating an electrical-magnetic field to
promote bone healing and bone formation. The electric magnetic field is
directed to the bone around the device through a battery of a
rechargeable type. A constant current is generated in a preferred range
of about 5 .mu.A to about 20 .mu.A to stimulate bone healing and bone
formation.