Robert Schenk

20.3k total citations · 5 hit papers
136 papers, 15.9k citations indexed

About

Robert Schenk is a scholar working on Oral Surgery, Urology and Biomedical Engineering. According to data from OpenAlex, Robert Schenk has authored 136 papers receiving a total of 15.9k indexed citations (citations by other indexed papers that have themselves been cited), including 48 papers in Oral Surgery, 39 papers in Urology and 24 papers in Biomedical Engineering. Recurrent topics in Robert Schenk's work include Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes (43 papers), Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments (39 papers) and Bone Tissue Engineering Materials (23 papers). Robert Schenk is often cited by papers focused on Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes (43 papers), Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments (39 papers) and Bone Tissue Engineering Materials (23 papers). Robert Schenk collaborates with scholars based in Switzerland, United States and Germany. Robert Schenk's co-authors include Daniel Buser, David L. Cochran, Ernst B. Hunziker, Joachim S. Hermann, Walter A. Merz, S. Steinemann, H. Fleisch, Joseph P. Fiorellini, Nina Broggini and Frank L. Higginbottom and has published in prestigious journals such as The Journal of Cell Biology, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism and The Journal of Physiology.

In The Last Decade

Robert Schenk

133 papers receiving 14.8k citations

Hit Papers

Influence of surface characteristics on bone integration ... 1973 2026 1990 2008 1991 2004 1998 1988 1973 400 800 1.2k
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Hit papers significantly outperform the citation benchmark for their cohort. A paper qualifies if it has ≥500 total citations, achieves ≥1.5× the top-1% citation threshold for papers in the same subfield and year (this is the minimum needed to enter the top 1%, not the average within it), or reaches the top citation threshold in at least one of its specific research topics.

  1. Influence of surface characteristics on bone integration of titanium implants. A histomorphometric study in miniature pigs
    1991 1.3k citations Daniel Buser, Robert Schenk et al. Journal of Biomedical Materials Research profile →
  2. Enhanced Bone Apposition to a Chemically Modified SLA Titanium Surface
    2004 971 citations Daniel Buser, Nina Broggini et al. profile →
  3. Bone response to unloaded and loaded titanium implants with a sandblasted and acid-etched surface: A histometric study in the canine mandible
    1998 539 citations David L. Cochran, Robert Schenk et al. Journal of Biomedical Materials Research profile →
  4. Porous Hydroxyapatite and Tricalcium Phosphate Cylinders with Two Different Pore Size Ranges Implanted in the Cancellous Bone of Rabbits
    1988 435 citations Robert Schenk et al. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research profile →
  5. Effect of ethane-1-hydroxy-1,1-diphosphonate (EHDP) and dichloromethylene diphosphonate (Cl2MDP) on the calcification and resorption of cartilage and bone in the tibial epiphysis and metaphysis of rats
    1973 399 citations Robert Schenk et al. profile →

Peers — A (Enhanced Table)

Peers by citation overlap · career bar shows stage (early→late) cites · hero ref

Name h Career Trend Papers Cites
Robert Schenk Switzerland 63 8.7k 5.9k 5.0k 3.7k 2.6k 136 15.9k
Marshall R. Urist United States 63 4.7k 0.5× 8.0k 1.4× 3.3k 0.7× 6.0k 1.6× 617 0.2× 238 17.5k
David L. Cochran United States 83 14.1k 1.6× 10.3k 1.7× 8.7k 1.7× 5.2k 1.4× 4.8k 1.9× 291 24.9k
Barbara D. Boyan United States 84 5.5k 0.6× 14.3k 2.4× 2.7k 0.5× 7.4k 2.0× 2.6k 1.0× 474 28.1k
Peter Thomsen Sweden 64 6.2k 0.7× 8.0k 1.4× 2.0k 0.4× 5.5k 1.5× 2.3k 0.9× 281 17.4k
Adriano Piattelli Italy 73 17.8k 2.0× 10.1k 1.7× 7.6k 1.5× 6.0k 1.6× 6.1k 2.4× 849 26.2k
William V. Giannobile United States 81 5.5k 0.6× 3.7k 0.6× 6.6k 1.3× 2.3k 0.6× 1.0k 0.4× 257 18.2k
Zvi Schwartz United States 76 4.2k 0.5× 11.7k 2.0× 1.5k 0.3× 5.8k 1.6× 2.3k 0.9× 362 21.2k
David D. Dean United States 63 2.3k 0.3× 4.7k 0.8× 1.4k 0.3× 3.0k 0.8× 900 0.3× 194 11.9k
Roberto Giardino Italy 62 2.5k 0.3× 4.9k 0.8× 1.8k 0.4× 3.7k 1.0× 797 0.3× 275 11.5k
G. Daculsi France 56 3.4k 0.4× 6.8k 1.2× 1.2k 0.2× 2.9k 0.8× 1.6k 0.6× 247 10.0k

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All Works

20 of 20 papers shown
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Zeller, Alexander‐Nicolai, et al.. (2024). Complication rates of guided bone regeneration using titanium-reinforced PTFE membranes: a retrospective analysis. Clinical Oral Investigations. 28(11). 616–616. 1 indexed citations
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Jensen, Simon Storgård, Alvin Yeo, Michel Dard, et al.. (2007). Evaluation of a novel biphasic calcium phosphate in standardized bone defects. A histologic and histomorphometric study in the mandibles of minipigs. Clinical Oral Implants Research. 18(6). 752–760. 124 indexed citations
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Arx, Thomas von, Simon Storgård Jensen, Stefan Hänni, & Robert Schenk. (2006). Haemostatic agents used in periradicular surgery: an experimental study of their efficacy and tissue reactions. International Endodontic Journal. 39(10). 800–808. 33 indexed citations
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Jensen, Simon Storgård, Nina Broggini, E. Hjørting‐Hansen, Robert Schenk, & Daniel Buser. (2006). Bone healing and graft resorption of autograft, anorganic bovine bone and β‐tricalcium phosphate. A histologic and histomorphometric study in the mandibles of minipigs. Clinical Oral Implants Research. 17(3). 237–243. 274 indexed citations
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Bauss, Frieder, et al.. (2004). New model for simulation of fracture repair in full-grown beagle dogs: Model characterization and results from a long-term study with ibandronate. Journal of Pharmacological and Toxicological Methods. 50(1). 25–34. 38 indexed citations
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Nevins, Myron, Marcelo Camelo, Marc L. Nevins, Robert Schenk, & Samuel E. Lynch. (2003). Periodontal Regeneration in Humans Using Recombinant Human Platelet‐ Derived Growth Factor‐BB (rhPDGF‐BB) and Allogenic Bone. Journal of Periodontology. 74(9). 1282–1292. 269 indexed citations
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Arx, Thomas von, David L. Cochran, Robert Schenk, & Daniel Buser. (2002). Evaluation of a prototype trilayer membrane (PTLM) for lateral ridge augmentation: an experimental study in the canine mandible. International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 31(2). 190–199. 54 indexed citations
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Rohner, Dennis, Peter Bücher, Christoph Kunz, et al.. (2002). Treatment of severe atrophy of the maxilla with the prefabricated free vascularized fibula flap. Clinical Oral Implants Research. 13(1). 44–52. 58 indexed citations
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Steffen, Thomas, et al.. (2001). Porous tricalcium phosphate and transforming growth factor used for anterior spine surgery. European Spine Journal. 10(0). S132–S140. 73 indexed citations
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Hermann, Joachim S., John Schoolfield, Robert Schenk, Daniel Buser, & David L. Cochran. (2001). Influence of the Size of the Microgap on Crestal Bone Changes Around Titanium Implants. A Histometric Evaluation of Unloaded Non‐Submerged Implants in the Canine Mandible. Journal of Periodontology. 72(10). 1372–1383. 406 indexed citations
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Arx, Thomas von, et al.. (2001). Lateral ridge augmentation using different bone fillers and barrier membrane application. Clinical Oral Implants Research. 12(3). 260–269. 133 indexed citations
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Schenk, Robert & D Buser. (1998). Osseointegration: a reality. Periodontology 2000. 17(1). 22–35. 198 indexed citations
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Schenk, Robert, et al.. (1997). [HIV infection and risk behaviour among prostitutes in the Amsterdam streetwalkers' district; indications of raised prevalence of HIV among transvestites / transsexuals].. PubMed. 141(25). 1238–41. 8 indexed citations
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Morscher, E, et al.. (1997). Rationale of a Flexible Press Fit Cup in Total Hip Replacement; 5-Year Followup in 280 Procedures. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research. 341(341). 42???50–42???50. 42 indexed citations
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Cochran, David L., Joachim S. Hermann, Robert Schenk, Frank L. Higginbottom, & Daniel Buser. (1997). Biologic Width Around Titanium Implants. A Histometric Analysis of the Implanto‐Gingival Junction Around Unloaded and Loaded Nonsubmerged Implants in the Canine Mandible. Journal of Periodontology. 68(2). 186–197. 376 indexed citations
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Willert, H.‐G., et al.. (1996). Wear Behavior and Histopathology of Classic Cemented Metal on Metal Hip Endoprostheses. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research. 329(329 Suppl). S160–S186. 123 indexed citations
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Schenk, Robert, et al.. (1993). Increased bone metabolism in a patient undergoing long-term rhG-CSF treatment for idiopathic acquired neutropenia. Annals of Hematology. 66(5). 267–268. 2 indexed citations
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Buser, Daniel, Robert Schenk, S. Steinemann, et al.. (1991). Influence of surface characteristics on bone integration of titanium implants. A histomorphometric study in miniature pigs. Journal of Biomedical Materials Research. 25(7). 889–902. 1348 indexed citations breakdown →
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Stevenson, Sharon, Ernst B. Hunziker, Wolfgang Herrmann, & Robert Schenk. (1990). Is longitudinal bone growth influenced by diurnal variation in the mitotic activity of chondrocytes of the growth plate?. Journal of Orthopaedic Research®. 8(1). 132–135. 42 indexed citations
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Schenk, Robert & H Willenegger. (1977). [Histology of primary bone healing: modifications and limits of recovery of gaps in relation to extent of the defect (author's transl)].. Munich Personal RePEc Archive (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich). 80(5). 155–60. 44 indexed citations

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