Immediate loading of single-tooth ITI implants in the anterior maxilla: a prospective 5-year pilot study.
The aim of the present study was to evaluate the success rate of immediately loaded single-tooth ITI solid plasma-sprayed (TPS) implants in the maxilla. Eight implants were loaded immediately after placement in eight different patients, and were followed for five years. Temporary acrylic resin restorations, which were fabricated from impressions that were taken immediately after implant placement, were connected one week later. These temporary restorations were adjusted in order to avoid any direct occlusive contacts. After six months, the provisional crowns were replaced by definitive ceramic crowns. Regular follow-ups were performed during the investigation period. No implants were lost, and the mean marginal bone level for the eight implants increased by 0.53 mm (range - 0.83 to + 1.54 mm) from placement to the final examination. Only minor complications were noted, and overall patient satisfaction was high.
Andersen
Eivind
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Department of Oral Surgery and Oral Medicine, Dental Faculty, University of Oslo, Norway. eivind@odont.uio.no
Haanaes
Hans Reidar
HR
Knutsen
Bjørn Mork
BM
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D016301:Alveolar Bone Loss / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D003442:Crowns; D019250:Dental Implants, Single-Tooth; D003794:Dental Restoration, Temporary; D003831:Denture, Partial, Immediate; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla; D010865:Pilot Projects; D011859:Radiography; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D016474:Weight-Bearing