Using two surgical protocols to restore the edentulous patient with implant-supported overdentures.
Long-term success rates are reported for dental implant systems using both the two-stage and one-stage surgical protocols. Although the one-stage offers several advantages, prudent diagnosis is a key factor for selecting the appropriate surgical protocol. This article will review the relevant literature for both protocols and will illustrate their use in patient treatment.
Raigrodski
A J
AJ
Department of Prosthodontics, Louisiana State University School of Dentistry, New Orleans 70119, USA.
Finger
I M
IM
D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods*; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D006801:Humans; D016348:Osseointegration