Survival of short implants is improved with greater implant length, placement in the mandible compared with the maxilla, and in nonsmokers.
OBJECTIVE
What is the 2-year estimated implant survival rate of short (<10 mm) dental implants installed in partially edentulous patients?


BACKGROUND
Information not available.


METHODS
Systematic review with meta-analysis of data.


METHODS
Level 1: Good quality, patient-oriented evidence.


METHODS
Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality, patient-oriented evidence.
Mayo College of Medicine, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USA. carr.alan@mayo.edu
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