Medical implants are frequently implanted into vertebrate animals and humans to restore the architecture and function of the lost tissue and organs. An example of a medical implant is a dental implant. Dental implants are artificial tooth root analogues that are used for the reconstruction of missing teeth and their supporting structures with synthetic substitutes providing a permanent and attractive tooth replacement. They are small metallic anchors placed into the jawbone as replacements for tooth roots. Implants are capable of providing structural function and replacing the natural function provided by natural tissues. Endosseous implants are the most commonly used type of implants, which are surgically placed into the jawbone. Thus, the anatomy of a dental implant consists of a: supra- structure; abutment; and fixture. The present invention relates to a device for cleaning and/or debriding a medical implant comprising a brush. The present invention further relates to a method for cleaning and/or debriding a medical implant comprising the steps of applying said device to the medical implant.
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