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    The development of the ITI® DENTAL IMPLANT SYSTEM

    CLINICAL ORAL IMPLANTS RESEARCH, Issue 2000
    Part 1: A review of the literature
    In a short trip through more than twenty years, the development of the ITI® DENTAL IMPLANT SYSTEM is described. The systematic unfolding and continuous advancement of the system, permanently supported and accompanied by scientific work in clinical and general practice, is outlined in short paragraphs. Some major milestones are emphasized and characterized. [source]

    First experience with The IRIS retinal implant system

    ACTA OPHTHALMOLOGICA, Issue 2009
    M VELIKAY-PAREL
    Purpose To report on the first 4 months experience of a patient with the active IRIS- Implant. Methods 4 weeks after implantation the training with the active implant started. Thresholds were measured at each training day. Light perception, light localisation, point to point discrimination and motion detection were measured with special test procedures. Visual function training was performed. Results Visual perception was achieved, when the stimuli were generated by the computer and with the camera mode. All tests were successful. Conclusion Successful stimulation and major improvements during the training demonstrates that with the Iris Implant System a visual perception can be achieved, which is relevant for daily life. [source]

    Early Functional Loading of Unsplinted Roughened Surface Implants with Mandibular Overdentures 2 Weeks after Surgery

    CLINICAL IMPLANT DENTISTRY AND RELATED RESEARCH, Issue 3 2003
    Alan G.T. Payne BDS, FCD (SA), MDent
    ABSTRACT Background: Before early functional loading of unsplinted implants with mandibular overdentures can become widespread, more clinical studies are needed to investigate the success of the approach. Purpose: To evaluate the success rates of two types of roughened titanium surface implants with early 2-week functional loading of paired mandibular interforaminal implants with overdentures. Materials and Methods: Random allocation divided 24 strictly selected edentulous participants into two groups, with each group to receive a different implant system (ITI Dental Implant System, Straumann AG, Waldenburg, Switzerland; or Southern Implant System, Southern Implants, Irene, South Africa). Two implants were placed in the anterior mandible of all participants using one-stage standardized surgical procedures. Previously constructed conventional mandibular dentures (opposing maxillary complete dentures) were temporarily relined and worn by the participants for the first 2 weeks; participants used a soft diet. Two weeks after implant surgery and following some mucosal healing, the mandibular dentures had the tissue conditioner removed and the appropriate matrices included for an unsplinted prosthodontic design. Results: No implant from either group was lost. Resonance frequency analysis (RFA) indicated higher primary stability at surgery for the Southern group than for the ITI group, with a statistically significant difference between the groups throughout the study period. The drop in RF values between surgery and 6 weeks was significant and was greater for the Southern group. RFA also indicated stabilized osseointegration between 6 to 12 and 12 to 52 weeks, with no participant showing any decrease in those values over time. Participants with type 3 bone showed a significant improvement in RF values between 12 and 52 weeks, eventually matching those of participants with type 2 bone. There were no significant differences in marginal bone loss, periimplant parameters, or prosthodontic maintenance between the groups over the study period. Conclusions: Using only strict patient selection criteria, 1-year follow-up data indicate that early functional loading of ITI and Southern implants with mandibular two-implant overdentures is possible as early as 2 weeks after implant surgery. [source]

    Effect of implant design on survival and success rates of titanium oral implants: a 10-year prospective cohort study of the ITI® Dental Implant System

    CLINICAL ORAL IMPLANTS RESEARCH, Issue 1 2004
    Ioannis K. Karoussis
    Abstract Aim: The aim of this 10-year study (observation time 8,12 years, mean: 10 years) was to compare the survival rates, success rates and incidences of biological complications using three different implant designs of the ITI® Dental Implant System. Material and methods: In 89 dental patients treated comprehensively, a total of 112 hollow screw (HS), 49 hollow cylinder (HC) and 18 angulated hollow cylinder (AHC) implants were installed depending on the available bone volume and according to prosthetic needs. One and 10 years after surgical placement, clinical and radiographic parameters were assessed. The incidences of peri-implantitis according to various thresholds were registered over 10 years of maintenance. Results: Success criteria at 10 years were set at: pocket probing depth (PPD)5 mm, bleeding on probing (BoP),, bone loss < 0.2 mm annually. The survival rate for HS was 95.4%, for HC 85.7% and for AHC 91.7%. Ninety percent of all the HS, 71% of the HC and 88% of the AHC did not present with an incidence of peri-implantitis over the 10 years, HC having significantly higher incidence of peri-implantitis than HS (P< 0.004). With the success criteria set above, a success rate for HS of 74%, for HC of 63% and for AHC of 61% was identified at 10 years. However, including a definition of PPD6 mm, BoP , and bone loss < 0.2 mm annually for success, the rates for HS were 78%, for HC 65% and for AHC 67%, respectively. Basing success criteria purely on clinical parameters (without radiographic analysis), such as: PPD5 mm and BoP,, the success rates increased to 90%, 76% and 89%, respectively. With PPD6 mm and BoP , as success criteria chosen, the respective rates were 94%, 82% and 94% for HS, HC and AHC implants, respectively. Conclusions: A significantly higher survival rate as well as a significantly lower incidence of peri-implantitis was identified for hollow screw design ITI® Dental Implants after 10 years of service when compared to hollow cylinder design ITI® Dental Implants (95.4% vs. 85.7%; 10% vs. 29%). Depending on the setting of the threshold criteria for success, success rates are highly variable and hence, reporting of success rates with elaboration on the criteria set appears crucial for comparison of different studies. Résumé Le but de ce suivi d'une décennie a été de comparer les taux de survie, les taux de succès et les incidences des complications biologiques de l'utilisation de trois modèles implantaires différents du système ITI® Dental Implant. Chez 89 patients, 112 vis creuses (HS), 49 cylindres creux (HC) et 18 cylindres creux angulés (AHC) ont été placés suivant le volume osseux disponible et les nécessités prothétiques. Une et dix années après leur placement, des paramètres cliniques et radiographiques ont été définis. Les incidences de paroïmplantite relatives aux différents seuils ont été enregistrées durant ces dix années de maintenance. Les succès des critères à dix ans étaient placés à : PPD5 mm, BoP-, perte osseuse <0,2 mm/an. Le taux de survie pour HS était de 95,4%, pour HC de 86% et pour AHC de 92%. Nonante pour cent de tous les HS, 71% des HC et 88% des AHC ne présentaient pas d'incidences de paroïmplantite durant ces dix années, HC ayant une plus importante incidence de paroïmplantite que HS (p<0,004). Grace aux critères de succès indiqués, un taux de succès de 74% pour HS, de 63% pour HC et de 61% pour AHC a été identifié après dix ans. Cependant, en définissant le succès avec PPD6mm, BoP- et perte osseuse <0,2mm/an, les taux étaient de 78% pour HS, de 65% pour HC et de 67% pour AHC. En basant les taux de succès uniquement sur les paramètres cliniques (sans l'analyse radiographique) tels que PPD5 mm et BoP-, les taux de succès augmentaient respectivement à 90, 76 et 89%. Avec PPD6mm et BoP- comme critères de succès, les taux s'élevaient respectivement à 94, 82 et 94%. Un taux de survie significativement plus important ainsi qu'une incidence significativement plus faible de paroïmplantite étaient constatés au niveau des implants vis creuses après dix ans de mise en fonction comparés aux cylindres creux. Suivant l'établissement du seuil pour les critères du succès, les taux de ce succès sont extrêmement variables et rapporter les taux de succès suivant l'élaboration des critères est donc crucial pour comparer différentes études. Zusammenfassung Ziel: Das Ziel dieser 10-Jahresstudie (Beobachtungszeit 8,12 Jahre, Mittelwert: 10 Jahre) war es, bei ITI® -Implantaten mit drei verschiedenen Designs, die Erfolgs- und Überlebensrate zu vergleichen, und das Auftreten von biologischen Zwischenfällen zu untersuchen. Material und Methode: Bei 89 synoptisch behandelten Patienten implantierte man in Abhängigkeit des vorhandenen Knochenvolumens und der prothetischen Anforderungen insgesamt 112 Hohlschraubenimplantate (HS), 49 Hohlzylinderimplantate (HC) und 18 abgewinkelte Hohlzylinderimplantate (AHC). Ein und zehn Jahre nach der Implantation nahm man die klinischen und radiologischen Parameter auf. Eine Periimplantitis registrierte während der 10-jährigen Erhaltungsphase anhand verschiedener Grenzwerte. Resultate: Die Kriterien für einen Erfolg nach 10 Jahren legte man bei den folgenden Werten fest: PPD <5mm, BOP-, jährlicher Knochenverlust <0.2mm. Die Überlebensrate für ein HS lag bei 95.4%, für ein HC bei 85.7% und für ein AHC bei 91.7%. 90% aller HS, 71% aller HC und 88% aller AHC zeigte während den 10 Jahren nie Anzeichen einer Periimplantitis, wobei die HC signifikant häufiger Periimplantitis hatten, als die HS (p<0.004). Mit den oben festgelegten Erfolgskriterien ergab sich nach 10 Jahren für die HS eine Erfolgsrate von 74%, für die HC eine von 63% und für die AHC eine von 61%. Veränderte man die Definition auf "PPD<6mm, BOP -, jährlicher Kochenverlust <0.2mm", so betrugen die Erfolgsraten für die HS 78%, für die HC 65% und für die AHC 67%. Basierten die Erfolgskriterien rein auf klinischen Parametern (PPD <5mm, BOP-, keine röntgenologische Anlyse), so stiegen die Erfolgsraten auf 90%, 76% und 89% an. Wählte man die Erfolgskriterien "PPD <6mm und BOP -", so betrugen die Erfolgsraten für die HS 94%, für die HC 82% und für die AHC 94%. Zusammenfassung: Verglich man nach 10-jähriger Funktion die Hohlschrauben des ITI® -Implantat-Systems mit den Hohlzylindern desselben Systems, so ergab sich für die HS sowohl eine signifikant höher Überlebensrate, wie auch ein selteneres Auftreten von Periimplantitis (95.4% vs. 85.7%; 10% vs. 29%). Die Erfolgsraten variieren in Abhängigkeit der in der Definition eines Erfolges festgelegten Grenzwerten enorm stark. Dies erweist sich im Vergleich von verschiedenen Studien als hinderlich, weil die Definition der Erfolgsraten meist auf verschiedenen Kriterien beruhen. Resumen Intención: La intención de este estudio de 10 años (tiempo de observación 8,12, media: 10 años) fue comparar los índices de supervivencia, índices de éxito e índices de complicaciones biológicas usando tres diferentes diseños de implantes del Sistema de Implantes Dentales ITI®. Material y Métodos: Se instalaron en 89 pacientes dentales tratados completamente un total de 112 tornillos huecos (HS), 49 cilindros huecos (HC) y 18 cilindros huecos angulados (AHC) dependiendo de la disponibilidad de volumen óseo y de acuerdo con las necesidades protésicas. Se valoraron parámetros clínicos y radiográficos uno y diez años tras la colocación quirúrgica. Se registraron las incidencias de periimplantitis de acuerdo con varios umbrales a lo largo de 10 años de mantenimiento. Resultados: Los criterios de éxito a los 10 años se situaron en PPD5mm, BoP-, pérdida ósea < 0.2mm por año. El índice de supervivencia para los HS fue del 95.4%, para los HC del 85.7% y para los AHC del 91.7%. El 90% de los HS, el 71% de los HC y el 88% de los AHC no presentaron ninguna incidencia de periimplantitis a lo largo de los 10 años, HC tuvo una significativamente mayor incidencia de periimplantitis que HS (p< 0.004). Con los criterios de éxito antes mencionados, se identificó un índice de éxito para HS del 74%, para HC del 63% y para AHC del 61% a los 10 años. De todos modos, incluyendo una definición de PPD6mm, BoP, y pérdida ósea <0.2mm al año para tener éxito, los índices para HS fueron del 78%, para HC 65% y para AHC 67%, respectivamente. Basando los criterios de éxito puramente en parámetros clínicos (sin análisis radiográficos), tales como: PPD5mm y BoP-, los índices de éxito subieron hasta el 90%, 76% y 89%, respectivamente. Con el PPD6mm y BoP , como criterios de éxito elegidos, los índices respectivos fueron del 94%,82% y 94% para implantes HS, HC y AHC, respectivamente. Conclusiones: Se identificó un significativamente mayor índice de supervivencia al igual que una menor incidencia de periimplantitis para el diseño de tornillo hueco Implante Dental ITI®. (95.4% vs. 85.7; 10% vs. 29%). Dependiendo de la definición del criterio del umbral de éxito, los índices de éxito son altamente variables y por tanto, los informes de los índices de éxito con elaboración de la definición de criterios parece ser crucial para la comparación de los diferentes estudios. [source]

    One-Stage Operative Procedure Using Two Different Implant Systems: A Prospective Study on Implant Overdentures in the Edentulous Mandible

    CLINICAL IMPLANT DENTISTRY AND RELATED RESEARCH, Issue 4 2001
    Andrew Tawse-Smith DDS, Cert Perio (Göteborg)
    ABSTRACT Background: Evidence-based reports are needed to support the application of a one-stage surgical protocol for unsplinted implants supporting mandibular overdentures. Purpose: To examine the feasibility and success of using two different dental implant systems (originally designed for two-stage operative technique) using a one-stage operative procedure in patients being rehabilitated with implant mandibular overdentures. Materials and Methods: The study sample involved 24 edentulous subjects (aged 55,80 yr) randomly allocated to two different implant systems, one with a machined titanium implant surface (Steri-Oss, Nobel Biocare, Göteborg, Sweden) and the other with a roughened titanium surface (Southern Implants, Ltd., Irene, South Africa). Two unsplinted implants to support implant overdentures were placed in the anterior mandible of all patients, using a standardized one-stage surgical and prosthodontic procedure. Primary stability and bicortical anchorage of the implants was mandatory before healing abutments were connected at the time of implant placement. Implant overdentures and their respective matrices were inserted following a standard 12-week healing period. Data relating to mobility tests, radiographs, and peri-implant parameters were documented at 12, 16, and 52 weeks after surgery. Results: A success rate of 95.8% for the Steri-Oss and 100% for the Southern Implants was found, without any statistically significant differences in the marginal bone loss. Significant changes in Periotest values were observed for both types between 12 and 52 weeks (p <.001). Minor changes were observed in the peri-implant parameters evaluated. Conclusions: These preliminary findings show a successful application of this one-stage approach for unsplinted implants supporting mandibular overdentures with Steri-Oss and Southern Implant Systems. [source]

    Early changes in clear cornea incision after phacoemulsification: an anterior segment optical coherence tomography study

    ACTA OPHTHALMOLOGICA, Issue 7 2009
    Yuanling Xia
    Abstract. Purpose:, We aimed to investigate the ultrastructures of clear corneal incisions 24 hours after phacoemulsification using anterior segment optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT). Methods:, Sixty eyes of 60 patients scheduled for cataract surgery were randomly selected. All eyes underwent the same phacoemulsification procedure carried out by one experienced surgeon. Two-plane temporal clear corneal tunnel incisions were performed. The same types of intraocular lens and implant system were used in all patients. Images of the ultrastructures of the corneal incisions were taken using AS-OCT before and 1 day after surgery. Results:, Corneal thickness increased at the incision site after surgery in all eyes (p < 0.001). Epithelial bulla in the incision region was seen in two eyes (3%). Gaping at the internal aspect of the corneal wound was seen in 42 eyes (70%). Eyes with gaping had thicker localized cornea (p = 0.002). Descemet's membrane detachment was seen in 49 eyes (82%); this seemed to be associated with lower preoperative intraocular pressure (p = 0.01). Conclusions:, Anterior segment OCT provides sensitive and detailed measurements of the ultrastructures in clear corneal incision. [source]

    Clinical Outcome of Overdenture Treatment on Two Nonsubmerged and Nonsplinted Astra Tech MicrothreadÔ Implants

    CLINICAL IMPLANT DENTISTRY AND RELATED RESEARCH, Issue 2 2009
    Hugo De Bruyn DDS
    ABSTRACT Background: The use of two implants for mandibular overdenture stabilization improves the patients' comfort and well-being. This treatment could be more cost-effective if surgery and prosthetic treatment could be performed by one clinician in the normal setting of a dental clinic. Purpose: The aim of this retrospective clinical study was to describe implant success, restorative outcome, and the patients' opinion of mandibular overdenture treatment on two early-loaded, nonsplinted Astra Tech TiOblast MicrothreadÔ (Astra Tech Dental, Mölndal, Sweden) implants. Materials and Methods: Thirty-seven consecutive patients treated with implant-supported mandibular overdentures were invited for a clinical examination. Implant survival, marginal bone level, quality of implant and prosthetic treatment, and the patients' opinion by means of questionnaires were scored. Results: Thirty-four patients attended the examination. Two implants were lost in one patient and the failure rate for the total group of patients was 3%. As 8 of the 33 remaining patients were still in the provisional loading stage, they were not included in the final clinical and radiographic examination. Based on 25 patients and 50 implants with a mean follow-up of 18.8 months (range 4,33), implant positioning and occlusion/articulation scored perfect in 74 to 80% of the cases. Retention of the dentures was rated perfect in 80%, but 20% needed minor activation of the attachments, 20% showed signs of abrasion, and 20% had already been repaired. The average marginal bone level was 0.8 mm below the reference point. The mean pocket depth was 2.1 mm, and 54% of the peri-implant tissues were free of bleeding. The patients were appreciative of the work carried out by their dentist and they indicated a significant improvement in their well-being and quality of life. Conclusions: It can be concluded that the Astra Tech implant system was successfully used by the general dentist both surgically and prosthetically with minimal implant failures and prosthetic complications and that this led to high levels of patient appreciation and overall satisfaction. [source]

    Early Functional Loading of Unsplinted Roughened Surface Implants with Mandibular Overdentures 2 Weeks after Surgery

    CLINICAL IMPLANT DENTISTRY AND RELATED RESEARCH, Issue 3 2003
    Alan G.T. Payne BDS, FCD (SA), MDent
    ABSTRACT Background: Before early functional loading of unsplinted implants with mandibular overdentures can become widespread, more clinical studies are needed to investigate the success of the approach. Purpose: To evaluate the success rates of two types of roughened titanium surface implants with early 2-week functional loading of paired mandibular interforaminal implants with overdentures. Materials and Methods: Random allocation divided 24 strictly selected edentulous participants into two groups, with each group to receive a different implant system (ITI Dental Implant System, Straumann AG, Waldenburg, Switzerland; or Southern Implant System, Southern Implants, Irene, South Africa). Two implants were placed in the anterior mandible of all participants using one-stage standardized surgical procedures. Previously constructed conventional mandibular dentures (opposing maxillary complete dentures) were temporarily relined and worn by the participants for the first 2 weeks; participants used a soft diet. Two weeks after implant surgery and following some mucosal healing, the mandibular dentures had the tissue conditioner removed and the appropriate matrices included for an unsplinted prosthodontic design. Results: No implant from either group was lost. Resonance frequency analysis (RFA) indicated higher primary stability at surgery for the Southern group than for the ITI group, with a statistically significant difference between the groups throughout the study period. The drop in RF values between surgery and 6 weeks was significant and was greater for the Southern group. RFA also indicated stabilized osseointegration between 6 to 12 and 12 to 52 weeks, with no participant showing any decrease in those values over time. Participants with type 3 bone showed a significant improvement in RF values between 12 and 52 weeks, eventually matching those of participants with type 2 bone. There were no significant differences in marginal bone loss, periimplant parameters, or prosthodontic maintenance between the groups over the study period. Conclusions: Using only strict patient selection criteria, 1-year follow-up data indicate that early functional loading of ITI and Southern implants with mandibular two-implant overdentures is possible as early as 2 weeks after implant surgery. [source]

    Clinical analysis of the soft tissue integration of non-submerged (ITI) and submerged (3i) implants: a prospective-controlled cohort study

    CLINICAL ORAL IMPLANTS RESEARCH, Issue 10 2008
    Ricardo Vieira Garcia
    Abstract Aim: The aim of this study was to compare the soft tissue integration of submerged and non-submerged implants by means of periodontal parameter assessments and analysis. Material and methods: Thirty-one patients, who received 42 non-submerged implants (ITI) and 48 submerged implants (3i), participated in the study. There was no significant difference (P>0.05) between both groups considering gender; educational level; handedness; toothbrushing frequency; the number of auxiliary devices used; and smoking habits. The parameters assessed were gingival index (GI), plaque index (PII), retention index (RI), pocket probing depth (PPD) and keratinized mucosa index. Results: At evaluation, 66.67% of all sites showed a GI of 0; 72.22% a PI of 0, and 93.33% the absence of calculus. The average PPD was 2.56 mm in the non-submerged and 2.70 mm in the submerged group. With regard to the width of keratinized mucosa, 100% of the ITI implants showed a band of keratinized gingiva around the implant, whereas 14.58% in the 3i group showed a complete absence of keratinized mucosa. The intra-examiner reproducibility was 90.96% for all parameters and the Kendall tau-b analysis showed a powerless correlation between the chosen parameters for both studied groups. Conclusions: The study material showed no major differences between submerged and non-submerged dental implants regarding GI, PII, RI and PPD, except the width of keratinized mucosa. Regarding the presence of keratinized mucosa, there is a need for further longitudinal studies to elucidate a possible benefit of one implant system over the other. [source]

    Simultaneous or staged installation with guided bone augmentation of transmucosal titanium implants

    CLINICAL ORAL IMPLANTS RESEARCH, Issue 6 2003
    A 3-year prospective cohort study
    Abstract: A prospective cohort study of 45 nonsmoking consecutively admitted patients was studied for the treatment outcomes following jaw bone augmentation in conjunction with installment of oral implants. Twenty-eight patients were treated for both bone augmentation and implant treatment simultaneously, while 17 patients were treated with a staged approach with the bone augmentation being performed 6,8 months prior to implant installation. Three months following this, prosthetic reconstructions were incorporated. One year thereafter, baseline data and 3 years after reconstruction, follow-up data were obtained. Moderately low mean scores for the bleeding on probing percentage were found at baseline (24%) and after 3 years of function (17%), while the corresponding values at the implant sites were 40.6% and 52.4%, respectively. However, the modified gingival index (mGI)=2 was found in only 4.8%, and 6.9% at the baseline and 3-year examinations. Peri-implant Probing depth (PPD) and level of attachment mean values did not vary between baseline and follow-up examinations. Only a small proportion of 1.8% yielded PPD=6.0 mm after 3 years of function. Radiographic bone level measurements showed that 18.2% of the implants lost 0.5 mm during the observation period. Seventy percent of the sites were considered completely stable. It was concluded that predictable treatment outcomes resulted for oral implant installation combined with or staged after jawbone augmentation. Only 6.5% of the sites had lost 1.5% crestal bone with the staged approach while 14% of the sites had lost 1.5 mm, when the implants were placed simultaneously. This suggests that the staged approach may have a lower risk for greater amounts of crestal bone loss as the simultaneous approach. In general, crestal bone loss encountered in the present study corresponded very well with that reported following placement of the same implant system into nonaugmented bone. Résumé Une étude prospective chez 45 non-fumeurs a été menée pour étudier le traitement suivant l'épaississement de l'os de la mâchoire en association avec le placement d'implants buccaux. Vingt-huit patients ont été traités pour un épaississement osseux et un traitement implantaire simultané tandis que 17 patients ont été traités par une approche de l'épaississement osseux effectuée six à huit mois avant le placement des implants. Trois mois après, les reconstructions prothétiques ont été placées. Une année plus tard les données de l'examen initial, et trois années après la reconstruction les données du suivi, ont été obtenues. Un pourcentage de BOP moyen modérément bas a été constaté lors de l'examen de départ (24%) et après trois années de mise en fonction (17%), tandis que les valeurs correspondantes au niveau des implants étaient respectivement de 41 et 52 %. Cependant, le mGI=2 était constaté seulement dans 5% et 7% lors des examens de départ et après trois ans. Les valeurs moyennes PPD et LA ne variaient pas entre l'examen de départ et les suivis. Seul une petite proportion de 2% avaient un PPD de 6,0 mm après trois années de mise en fonction. Les mesures du niveau osseux radiographique ont montré que 18% des implants perdaient 0,5 mm durant la période d'observation. Septante pour cent des sites étaient considérés complètement stables. Un traitement prévisible se produisait donc pour les implants osseux qu'ils aient été installés en une ou deux étapes. Seul 6,5% des sites avaient perdu 1,5% d'os crestal avec l'approche chirurgicale en une étape tandis que 14% des sites avaient perdu 1,5 mm lorsque les implants étaient placés en même temps que l'épaississement. L'approche en deux étapes pourrait s'accompagner d'un risque inférieur de perte osseuse importante au niveau crestal comparée à l'approche en une étape. En général, la perte osseuse crestale rencontrée dans l'étude présente correspondait très bien avec celle rapportée suivant le placement du même système d'implants dans l'os non-épaissi. Zusammenfassung In dieser prospektiven Kohortenstudie an 45 nichtrauchenden Patienten wurden die Behandlungsresultate nach Kieferkammaugmentation in Zusammenhang mit der Platzierung von oralen Implantaten untersucht. Bei 28 Patienten wurde die Knochenaugmentation und die Implantation in einem Eingriff durchgeführt, während bei 17 Patienten ein gestaffeltes Verfahren angewendet wurde, bei welchem die Knochenaugmentation 6,8 Monate vor der Implantatplatzierung stattfand. Drei Monate nach Implantation wurden die prothetischen Rekonstruktionen eingesetzt. Ein Jahr später wurden die Daten für die Ausgangsuntersuchung erhoben und drei Jahre nach Rekonstruktion wurden die Daten für die Nachuntersuchung aufgenommen. Bei der Ausgangsuntersuchung (24%) und nach drei Jahren in Funktion (17%) wurden relativ tiefe mittlere BOP % Werte gefunden, während die entsprechenden Werte bei den Implantatstellen 40.6% bzw. 52.4% betrugen. Jedoch wurde ein mGI=2 nur bei 4.8% anlässlich der Ausgangsuntersuchung und bei 6.9% bei der Nachuntersuchung gefunden. Die mittleren PPD und LA Werte variierten nicht zwischen der Ausgangs- und Nachuntersuchung. Nur ein kleiner Anteil von 1.8% zeigte eine PPD=6 mm nach drei Jahren in Funktion. Die Messung des radiologischen Knochenniveaus ergab, dass 18.2% der Implantate während der Beobachtungszeit einen Knochenverlust von 0.5 mm zeigten. 70% der Stellen wurde als komplett stabil angesehen. Es wurde die Schlussfolgerung gezogen, dass für die Eingliederung von oralen Implantaten zusammen mit Knochenaugmentation oder in einem gestaffelten Verfahren zu voraussagbaren Behandlungsresultaten führt. Nur 6.5% der Stellen im gestaffelten Vorgehen zeigten einen Knochenverlust von 1.5 mm während bei den gleichzeitig gesetzten Implantaten bei 14% der Stellen ein Knochenverlust von 1.5 mm auftrat. Dies lässt vermuten, dass das gestaffelte Vorgehen ein kleineres Risiko für grössere Knochenverluste haben könnte als das gleichzeitige Vorgehen. Generell betrachtet korrespondierte der in der vorliegenden Studie gesehene Knochenverlust sehr gut mit den Werten, die für das gleiche Implantatsystem nach dem Setzten in nichtaugmentierten Knochen berichtet werden. Resumen Se realizó un estudio prospectivo en serie sobre 45 pacientes no fumadores admitidos consecutivamente acerca de los resultados del tratamiento tras el aumento del hueso mandibular en conjunción con la instalación de implantes orales. Se trataron 28 pacientes para aumento del hueso y tratamiento de implantes simultáneamente mientras que 17 pacientes se trataron con un enfoque por fases con el aumento óseo realizado 6,8 meses antes de la instalación del implante. A los tres meses de esto, se incorporaron las reconstrucciones protésicas. Un año después, se obtuvieron datos de seguimiento, momento inicial y tres años tras la reconstrucción. Se encontró un % de BOP medio moderadamente bajo al inicio (24%) y tras tres años en función (17%), mientras que los valores correspondientes para los lugares de implante fueron 40.6% y 52.4%, respectivamente. De todos modos, el mGI=2 se encontró en solo 4.8%, y 6.9% al inicio y en el examen de los tres años. Los valores medios de PPD y LA no variaron entre el inicio y los exámenes de seguimiento. Solo una pequeña proporción del 1.8% produjo un PPD=6.0 mm tras tres años en función. Las mediciones del nivel radiográfico del hueso mostraron que el 18.2% de los implantes perdieron 0.5 mm durante el periodo de observación. El 70% de los lugares se consideraron completamente estables. Se concluyó que se obtuvieron unos resultados predecibles para instalación de implantes orales combinados con o en fases tras el aumento del hueso mandibular. Solo el 6.5% de los lugares perdió el 1.5% del hueso crestal con el enfoque por fases mientras que el 14% de los lugares perdieron 1.5 mm cuando los implantes se colocaron simultáneamente. Esto sugiere que el enfoque por fases puede tener un menor riesgo para mayores cantidades de perdida de hueso crestal que el enfoque simultaneo. En general, la perdida de hueso crestal encontrada en el presente estudio correspondió con muy buen con aquella informada tras la colocación del mismo sistema de implantes en hueso no aumentado. [source]

    Immediate implants at fresh extraction sockets: an experimental study in the beagle dog comparing four different implant systems.

    JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PERIODONTOLOGY, Issue 8 2010
    Soft tissue findings
    de Sanctis M, Vignoletti F, Discepoli N, Muñoz F, Sanz M. Immediate implants at fresh extraction sockets: an experimental study in the beagle dog comparing four different implant systems. Soft tissue findings. J Clin Periodontol 2010; 37: 769-776 doi: 10.1111/j.1600-051X.2010.01570.x. Abstract Objectives: To evaluate whether different implants placed immediately upon tooth extraction may affect the dimension and composition of the peri-implant soft tissues. Material and Methods: Eight beagle dogs received implants randomly installed into the distal socket of 3P3 and 4P4. Four commercially available implant systems were evaluated: 3i Osseotite Certain straight; Astra MicroThreadÔ -OsseoSpeedÔ; Thommen SPI Element®; and Straumann ITI standard. Each animal provided four test implant sites. All animals were sacrificed 6 weeks after implant placement, providing specimens for the evaluation of the soft tissue dimensions by histometric analysis. Results: The biological width at 6 weeks after implant placement consisted of a junctional epithelium measuring between 2 and 2.7 mm and a connective tissue component between 1 and 1.8 mm with no statistical differences among the four implant systems. Conclusion: This study failed to demonstrate differences in the soft tissue healing outcome when placing four different implant systems into fresh extraction sockets. Nevertheless, the length of the epithelium achieved with the four implant systems is longer than what has been reported when placing implants in healed-ridge experimental models. [source]

    Mandibular overdentures supported by two Brånemark, IMZ or ITI implants: a ten-year prospective randomized study

    JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PERIODONTOLOGY, Issue 9 2009
    Henny J. A. Meijer
    Abstract Objectives: The aim of this prospective comparative study was to evaluate the survival rate, condition of peri-implant tissues, patient satisfaction and surgical and prosthetic aftercare of the IMZ-implant system (two-stage cylinder type), the Brånemark-implant system (two-stage screw type) and the ITI-implant system (one-stage screw type) supporting a mandibular overdenture during a 10-year follow-up period. Materials and Methods: Three groups of 30 edentulous patients were treated with two endosseous implants in the interforaminal region of the mandible. Clinical and radiographic parameters were evaluated immediately after completion of the prosthetic treatment and after 1, 5 and 10 years of functional loading. Prosthetic and surgical aftercare was scored during the evaluation period, as well as patient satisfaction. Results: The 10-year survival rate was 93% for the IMZ group, 98% for the Brånemark group and 100% for the ITI group (IMZimplant systems. [source]

    Immediate implants at fresh extraction sockets: bone healing in four different implant systems

    JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PERIODONTOLOGY, Issue 8 2009
    Massimo De Sanctis
    Abstract Objectives: To describe the differences in bone healing, when placing four different implant systems in fresh extraction sockets. Material and Methods: Eight beagle dogs received implants randomly installed into the distal socket of three P3 and four P4. Four-implant systems were evaluated. Each animal provided four test implant sites. All animals were sacrificed at 6 weeks after implant placement, providing specimens for histo-morphometric analysis of bone to implant contact (BIC), bone area, new bone formation, as well as histometric measurements of the ridge alterations. Results: No statistically significant difference was observed among the four-implant systems. The mean BIC % ranged between 58.5% and 72.1%. Bone modelling of the buccal plate was marked and amounted approximately to 2.5 mm, independently of the system used. Conclusion: This study failed to demonstrate differences in the healing pattern after 6 weeks when placing four different implant systems in fresh extraction sockets. In spite of achieving predictable osteointegration with the four implants studied, the occurrence of buccal bone resorption may limit the use of this surgical approach. [source]

    Bone reactions to longstanding functional load at implants: an experimental study in dogs

    JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PERIODONTOLOGY, Issue 9 2005
    T. Berglundh
    Abstract Objectives: The aims of the present investigation were (i) to study marginal bone level alterations following implant installation, abutment connection and functional loading and (ii) to analyse bone tissue reactions to functional load. Material and Methods: Six beagle dogs, about 1-year old, were used. All mandibular pre-molars were extracted. Three months later four implants of the Astra Tech Implants® Dental System were installed in one side of the mandible and four standard fixtures of the Brånemark System® were placed in the contralateral side of the mandible. Abutment connection was performed 3 months later and a plaque control programme was initiated. Three months after abutment connection fixed partial dentures (FPDs) made in gold were cemented to the maxillary canines and pre-molars. FPDs were also connected to the three posterior implants in each side of the mandible, while the mesial implant in each side was used as an unloaded control. Radiographs were obtained from all implant sites following implant installation, abutment connection and FPD placement. Ten months after the FPD placement the radiographic examination was repeated. The animals were sacrificed and biopsies from all implant sites were obtained and prepared for histological analysis. Results: The radiographic analysis revealed that largest amount of bone loss occurred following implant installation and abutment connection and that this loss was more pronounced at Brånemark than at Astra implants. The bone level alterations that were observed at implants exposed to 10 months of functional load in both implant systems were small and did not differ from control sites. The histological analysis revealed that implants exposed to functional load exhibited a higher degree of bone-to-implant contact than control implants in both implant systems. Conclusion: It is suggested that functional load at implants may enhance osseointegration and does not result in marginal bone loss. [source]

    Relative effectiveness of powered and manual toothbrushes in elderly patients with implant-supported mandibular overdentures

    JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PERIODONTOLOGY, Issue 4 2002
    A. Tawse-Smith
    Abstract Aim: The aim of this study was to compare the clinical effectiveness of a powered toothbrush (Braun Oral-B Plaque Remover 3-D) and a manual soft toothbrush (Oral-B Squish-grip brush) for the control of supragingival plaque and soft tissue inflammation around implants supporting mandibular overdentures. Material and methods: The study sample involved 40 edentulous subjects, aged 55,80 years, having 2 unsplinted mandibular implants supporting a complete removable overdenture opposed by a maxillary complete denture. In this single-blinded, randomised, cross-over clinical trial, two 6-week experimental phases were separated by a 2-week wash-out period. 2 weeks prior to each experimental phase (pre-entry visits), implant abutments were polished to remove all plaque and a standardised instruction in the use of the toothbrush was given. Modified plaque and bleeding indices were recorded at the start and end of each experimental period. Mean index scores at each phase were analysed using paired t -test, and the mean number of sites showing a change in plaque or mucositis were compared using the Mann-Whitney U -test. Combined data from 2 different implant systems were considered after controlling for implant type. Results: Only minor changes in plaque and bleeding scores were observed following the two test periods. There were no statistically significant differences between the manual and powered toothbrushes. Conclusion: Manual and powered brushes were found to be of comparable efficacy with regard to improvement in peri-implant bleeding and plaque indices. Zusammenfassung Zielsetzung: Untersuchung der klinischen Effektivität einer elektrischen Zahnbürste (Braun Oral-B Plaque Remover 3-D) im Vergleich zu einer weichen Handzahnbürste (Oral-B Squish-grip brush) zur Kontrolle supragingivaler Plaque und Weichgewebsentzündung an Implantaten, die Unterkiefer-Totalprothesen tragen. Material und Methoden: Das Untersuchungskollektiv bestand aus 40 zahnlosen Patienten im Alter zwischen 55 und 80 Jahren, die 2 unverblockte Unterkiefer-Implantate zur Unterstützung einer Totalprothese aufwiesen. Der Oberkiefer war jeweils mit einer total schleimhautgetragenen Prothese versorgt. In dieser einfach verblindeten, randomisierten klinischen Cross-over-Studie wurden 2 6-wöchige experimentelle Phasen von einer 2-wöchigen Auswaschperiode unterbrochen. 2 Wochen vor jeder experimentellen Phase wurden die supragingivalen Implantatflächen von sämtlicher Plaque gereinigt und die Patienten erhielten eine Instruktion im Gebrauch der Zahnbürsten. Modifizierte Plaque- und Blutungsindizes wurden zu Beginn und am Ende jeder experimentellen Phase erhoben. Die Mittelwerte für die Indizes wurden mittels des paarigen t -Tests und die Zahl der Stellen, die eine Veränderung in Plaque und Mucositis aufwiesen, wurden durch den Mann-Whitney U -Test verglichen. Die Daten für 2 Implantatsysteme wurden zusammengefasst, nachdem der Einfluss des Implantatsystems überprüft worden war. Ergebnisse: Es wurden nur geringe Veränderungen der Plaque- und Blutungsindizes am Ende beider Testphasen beobachtet. Ein statistisch signifikanter Unterschied zwischen elektrischer und Handzahnbürste konnte nicht gezeigt werden. Schlussfolgerungen: Hand- und elektrische Zahnbürsten erwiesen sich als gleich effektiv für die Verbesserung periimplantärer Plaque- und Blutungsindizes. Résumé But: Le but de cette étude était de comparer l'efficacité clinique d'une brosse à dent électrique (Plaque remover 3D de Braun Oral B) et une brosse souple manuelle (squish grip d'oral B) pour le contrôle de la plaque supra-gingivale et l'inflammation des tissus mous autour d'implants supportant des overdentures mandibulaires. Matériaux et méthodes: L'échantillon étudié comprenait 40 sujets édentés, âgés de 55 à 80 ans, ayant 2 implants mandibulaires non reliés supportant une overdenture amovible complète et une prothèse maxillaire antagoniste complète. Dans cet essai clinique croisé en aveugle simple, randomisée, 2 phases expérimentales de 6 semaines encadraient une période d'arrêt de 2 semaines. 2 semaines avant chaque phase expérimentale, (visite de pré-entrée), les piliers implantaires étaient polis afin d'éliminer toute la plaque et des instructions standardisées d'utilisation de la brosse étaient données. On notait les indices, de saignement et de plaque modifié, au début et à la fin de chaque période expérimentale. Les notes d'indices moyens à chaque phase étaient analysées par le test t apparié et le nombre moyen de sites présentant une modification de la plaque ou de la mucosite était comparé par le test U de Mann Whitney. Les données combinées des 2 systèmes implantaires étaient considérées après cotrôle pour chaque type d'implant Résultats: De minimes modifications des notes de plaque et de saignement étaient observées après les deux périodes de test. Il n'y avait pas de différences statistiques significatives entre les brosses manuelles et électriques. Conclusion: Les brosses manuelles et électriques ont une efficacité comparable du point de vue de l'amélioration des indices de saignement et de plaque peri-implantaires. [source]

    Novel biopolymers as implant matrix for the delivery of ciprofloxacin: Biocompatibility, degradation, and in vitro antibiotic release

    JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES, Issue 1 2007
    Suniket V. Fulzele
    Abstract The purpose of this study was to investigate the in vitro,in vivo degradation and tissue compatibility of three novel biopolymers viz. polymerized rosin (PR), glycerol ester of polymerized rosin (GPR) and pentaerythritol ester of polymerized rosin (PPR) and study their potential as implant matrix for the delivery of ciprofloxacin hydrochloride. Free films of polymers were used for in vitro degradation in PBS (pH 7.4) and in vivo in rat subcutaneous model. Sample weight loss, molecular weight decline, and morphological changes were analyzed after periodic intervals (30, 60, and 90 days) to monitor the degradation profile. Biocompatibility was evaluated by examination of the inflammatory tissue response to the implanted films on postoperative days 7, 14, 21, and 28. Furthermore, direct compression of dry blends of various polymer matrices with 20%, 30%, and 40% w/w drug loading was performed to investigate their potential for implant systems. The implants were characterized in terms of porosity and ciprofloxacin release. Biopolymer films showed slow rate of degradation, in vivo rate being faster on comparative basis. Heterogeneous bulk degradation was evident with the esterified products showing faster rates than PR. Morphologically all the films were stiff and intact with no significant difference in their appearance. The percent weight remaining in vivo was 90.70,±,6.2, 85.59,±,5.8, and 75.56,±,4.8 for PR, GPR, and PPR films respectively. Initial rapid drop in Mw was demonstrated with nearly 20.0% and 30.0% decline within 30 days followed by a steady decline to nearly 40.0% and 50.0% within 90 days following in vitro and in vivo degradation respectively. Biocompatibility demonstrated by acute and subacute tissue reactions showed minimal inflammatory reactions with prominent fibrous encapsulation and absence of necrosis demonstrating good tissue compatibility to the extent evaluated. All implants showed erosion and increase in porosity that affected the drug release. Increase in drug loading significantly altered the ciprofloxacin release in extended dissolution studies. PPR produced drug release >90% over a period of 90 days promising its utility in implant systems. The results demonstrated the utility of novel film forming biopolymers as implant matrix for controlled/sustained drug delivery with excellent biocompatibility characteristics. © 2006 Wiley-Liss, Inc. and the American Pharmacists Association J Pharm Sci 96:132,144, 2007 [source]

    Clinical and Microbiological Determinants of Ailing Dental Implants

    CLINICAL IMPLANT DENTISTRY AND RELATED RESEARCH, Issue 1 2009
    Giorgio Tabanella DDS
    ABSTRACT Background: The failure of the host tissue to establish or maintain osseointegration around dental implants is due to either occlusal or parafunctional forces, premature loading, ill-directed stress, or microbial infection. The long-term failure rate of dental implants is generally 5,10%. Although a variety of etiologies of early peri-implant bone loss (from implant placement to 1-year post-loading) have been proposed, factors associated with late implant failures are less well understood but are probably related to both the peri-implant microbial environment and host factors. Discriminating between causes of implant failure is of importance for instituting a successful implant therapy. Purpose: The objective of this cross-sectional split-mouth study was to identify clinical, radiographic, and bacterial characteristics of peri-implant disease sites. Materials and Methods: Fifteen patients with bilateral implants (Brånemark®, Nobel Biocare AB, Göteborg, Sweden; and 3iÔ implant systems, Implant Innovations Inc., Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA) participated in the study. Sites with peri-implantitis (radiographic bone loss beyond the third implant thread) and peri-implant healthy tissues (radiographic bone level above the first implant thread) were identified in periapical radiographs using a long-cone paralleling projection technique. Microbiological identification was carried out using established anaerobic culture techniques. A descriptive statistics based on means and standard deviations was reported. Results: Peri-implant bone loss was associated with the absence of radiographic crestal lamina dura, peri-implant pocket depth, pain on chewing, and the submucosal presence of the putative periodontopathogens Tannerella forsythia, Campylobacter species, and Peptostreptococcus micros. Pain was associated with P. micros, Fusobacterium species, and Eubacterium species. Discussion and Conclusion: The absence of radiographic crestal lamina dura and the presence of suspected major periodontal pathogens seem to be associated to peri-implantitis. [source]

    A Three-Year Follow-Up Report of a Comparative Study of ITI Dental Implants® and Brånemark System® Implants in the Treatment of the Partially Edentulous Maxilla

    CLINICAL IMPLANT DENTISTRY AND RELATED RESEARCH, Issue 3 2004
    Per Åstrand DDS
    ABSTRACT Background: Many longitudinal studies of different implant systems have been published but few controlled randomized investigations have been reported. A 1-year report of a comparative study of ITI Dental Implant System® implants (Straumann AG, Waldenburg, Switzerland) and Brånemark System® implants (Nobel Biocare AB, Gothenburg, Sweden) has been published by the present authors. This paper is a 3-year follow-up of that randomized study. Purpose: The aim of the study was to compare the outcome of fixed partial prostheses supported by ITI or Branemark implants. The outcome was evaluated primarily in terms of survival rates and changes in marginal bone level. Material and Methods: The study group comprised 28 patients with anterior residual dentition in the maxilla. The patients were provided with two to four implants on each side of the dentition and were randomly allocated to Brånemark implants or ITI implants; 77 ITI implants and 73 Brånemark implants were inserted. After 6 months abutment connections were made to both ITI and Brånemark implants. All patients were provided with fked partial prostheses of gold-ceramic. The patients were followed up annually with clinical and radiographic examinations for 3 years. Results: Two Brånemark implants and two ITI implants were lost. The Brånemark implants were lost before loading whereas the ITI implants were lost because of periimplantitis. The survival rate for both groups was 97.3%. The mean marginal bone level of the Brånemark implants was situated 1.8 mm from the reference point at both the baseline and the 3-year examinations. The corresponding values for the ITI implants were 1.4 mm at baseline and 1.3 mm after 3 years. There was no significant difference between the implant systems with regard to bone level or bone level change. A steady state of the marginal bone level was calculated to have been reached after 3 years for 95.5% of the Brånemark implants and 87.1% of the ITI implants. Periimplantitis (infection including pus and bone loss) was observed with seven ITI implants but with none of the Brånemark implants. This difference was statistically significant. Conclusions: No statistically significant differences were found between the implants studied, except for the frequency of periimplantitis, which was higher for the ITI implants. The survival rates were high, and the marginal bone loss was small for both systems. [source]

    One-Stage Operative Procedure Using Two Different Implant Systems: A Prospective Study on Implant Overdentures in the Edentulous Mandible

    CLINICAL IMPLANT DENTISTRY AND RELATED RESEARCH, Issue 4 2001
    Andrew Tawse-Smith DDS, Cert Perio (Göteborg)
    ABSTRACT Background: Evidence-based reports are needed to support the application of a one-stage surgical protocol for unsplinted implants supporting mandibular overdentures. Purpose: To examine the feasibility and success of using two different dental implant systems (originally designed for two-stage operative technique) using a one-stage operative procedure in patients being rehabilitated with implant mandibular overdentures. Materials and Methods: The study sample involved 24 edentulous subjects (aged 55,80 yr) randomly allocated to two different implant systems, one with a machined titanium implant surface (Steri-Oss, Nobel Biocare, Göteborg, Sweden) and the other with a roughened titanium surface (Southern Implants, Ltd., Irene, South Africa). Two unsplinted implants to support implant overdentures were placed in the anterior mandible of all patients, using a standardized one-stage surgical and prosthodontic procedure. Primary stability and bicortical anchorage of the implants was mandatory before healing abutments were connected at the time of implant placement. Implant overdentures and their respective matrices were inserted following a standard 12-week healing period. Data relating to mobility tests, radiographs, and peri-implant parameters were documented at 12, 16, and 52 weeks after surgery. Results: A success rate of 95.8% for the Steri-Oss and 100% for the Southern Implants was found, without any statistically significant differences in the marginal bone loss. Significant changes in Periotest values were observed for both types between 12 and 52 weeks (p <.001). Minor changes were observed in the peri-implant parameters evaluated. Conclusions: These preliminary findings show a successful application of this one-stage approach for unsplinted implants supporting mandibular overdentures with Steri-Oss and Southern Implant Systems. [source]

    A Clinical, Radiographic, and Microbiologic Comparison of Astra Tech and Brånemark Single Tooth Implants

    CLINICAL IMPLANT DENTISTRY AND RELATED RESEARCH, Issue 2 2000
    Lorena Puchades-Roman BDS, M Clin Dent
    ABSTRACT Background: The soft tissues around single tooth implants differ fundamentally from the gingiva around natural teeth. There are very limited data comparing soft tissues around different implant systems. Aim: To assess whether the design characteristics of dental implants, particularly the implant-abutment junction, may affect the dimensions and health of the peri-implant soft tissues and radiographic bone levels. Subjects and Method: Fifteen Astra Tech and 15 Brånemark single tooth implants that had been in function for a minimum of 2 years in 30 partially dentate subjects were examined for plaque accumulation, probing depth, and bleeding on probing and compared to contralateral healthy teeth. Standardized radiographs were taken to measure the most coronal bone to implant contact on the mesial and distal surfaces. In addition, samples of subgingival plaque were taken on paper points and examined by darkfield microscopy. Results: Significantly higher mean probing depths (p < .001) and higher mean percentage of spirochetes (p= .003) were found at implants compared to teeth. In this sample, the Brånemark implants had significantly higher probing depths than the Astra Tech implants (median and interquartile range: Astra Tech 2.7 mm [2,3], Brånemark 3.3 mm [3,3.7] p= .026) and the most coronal bone to implant contact was closer to the implant,abutment junction in the Astra Tech implants (Astra Tech 0.6 mm [0.2,0.9], Brånemark 1.6 mm [1.4,2.0]. p < .001). Conclusion: Although there were statistically significant differences between the two implant systems, the clinical differences were small and probably reflect differences in the biologic width in relation to the location and design of the implant-abutment junction. [source]

    A 10-year retrospective analysis of radiographic bone-level changes of implants supporting single-unit crowns in periodontally compromised vs. periodontally healthy patients

    CLINICAL ORAL IMPLANTS RESEARCH, Issue 9 2010
    Sergio Matarasso
    Abstract Aim: To compare the 10-year peri-implant bone loss (BL) rate in periodontally compromised (PCP) and periodontally healthy patients (PHP) around two different implant systems supporting single-unit crowns. Materials and methods: In this retrospective, controlled study, the mean BL (mBL) rate around dental implants placed in four groups of 20 non-smokers was evaluated after a follow-up of 10 years. Two groups of patients treated for periodontitis (PCP) and two groups of PHP were created. For each category (PCP and PHP), two different types of implant had been selected. The mBL was calculated by subtracting the radiographic bone levels at the time of crown cementation from the bone levels at the 10-year follow-up. Results: The mean age, mean full-mouth plaque and full-mouth bleeding scores and implant location were similar between the four groups. Implant survival rates ranged between 85% and 95%, without statistically significant differences (P>0.05) between groups. For both implant systems, PCP showed statistically significantly higher mBL rates and number of sites with BL,3 mm compared with PHP (P<0.0001). Conclusions: After 10 years, implants in PCP yielded lower survival rates and higher mean marginal BL rates compared with those of implants placed in PHP. These results were independent of the implant system used or the healing modality applied. To cite this article: Matarasso S, Rasperini G, Iorio Siciliano V, Salvi GE, Lang NP, Aglietta M. A 10-year retrospective analysis of radiographic bone-level changes of implants supporting single-unit crowns in periodontally compromised vs. periodontally healthy patients. Clin. Oral Impl. Res. 21, 2010; 898,903. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0501.2010.01945.x [source]

    Clinical and microbiological analysis of subjects treated with Brånemark or AstraTech implants: a 7-year follow-up study

    CLINICAL ORAL IMPLANTS RESEARCH, Issue 4 2008
    S. Renvert
    Abstract Aims: To assess the impact of different implant systems on the clinical conditions and the microbiota at implants, and whether the presence of bacteria at tooth sites was predictive of the presence at implant sites. Materials and methods: Subjects with either AstraTech or Brånemark in function for 7 years were enrolled. Sub-gingival bacterial samples at tooth and implant sites were collected with sterile endodontic paper points, and analyzed by the checkerboard DNA,DNA hybridization method (40 species). Results: Fifty-four subjects, 27 supplied with AstraTech (n=132 implants) and 27 with Brånemark (n=102) implants, were studied. Test tooth sites had significantly less evidence of bleeding on probing (P<0.001) and presence of plaque (P<0.001) than implant test sites. Implant sites presented with deeper probing pocket depth than tooth sites (mean difference: 1.1 mm, standard error of differences: 0.08, 95% confidence intervals (CI): 0.9,1.3, P<0.001). Tannerella forsythia (P<0.05), Capnocytophaga sputigena (P<0.05), Actinomyces israelii (P<0.05) and Lactobacillus acidophilus (P<0.05) were found at higher levels at tooth surfaces. No differences in bacterial load for any species were found between the two implant systems. The odds of being present/absent at tooth and implants sites were only significant for Staphylococcus aureus [odds ratio (OR): 5.2 : 1, 95% CI: 1.4,18.9, P<0.01]. Conclusions: After 7 years in function, implants presented with deeper probing depths than teeth. S. aureus was commonly present at both teeth and implants sites. S. aureus at tooth sites was predictive of also being present at implant sites. [source]