Abstract

INTRODUCTION
Immediate implant placements in molar sites have been problematic. This report describes the use of a novel dental implant placed immediately in first and second molar sites.
METHODS
Implants were inserted for 19 patients in molar sites immediately after tooth extraction. Patients were followed for 1 year post-insertion, with radiographs obtained and periodontal parameters recorded every 6 months.
RESULTS
The implant success rate was 95.24%. Esthetics generally was acceptable in the posterior quadrants. Crestal bone die-back in most cases only extended to the crest of the implant. The periodontal parameters recorded at the 6- and 12-month recalls were consistent with periodontal health.
CONCLUSIONS
Use of this novel implant system can be successful if the guidelines for its use are followed. It is best utilized by experienced implantologists.

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Authors

Yousef H, Khaimov M, Weiner S

Institution

Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, USA.

Source

Compendium of continuing education in dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995) 33 Spec No 2: 2012 Jun pg 17-24

MeSH

Alveolar Bone Loss
Dental Implant-Abutment Design
Dental Implantation, Endosseous
Dental Implants, Single-Tooth
Dental Prosthesis Design
Female
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Molar
Periodontal Index
Time Factors
Tooth Extraction
Tooth Socket

Pub Type(s)

Clinical Trial
Journal Article
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Language

eng

PubMed ID

22774325