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However, there was a significant association between excessive screw length and the occurrence of postoperative mucosal thickening (\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u20090.033).\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Accurate screw length selection is crucial for reducing postoperative mucosal thickening. 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