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MEDTECH Long-term success rates for implants placed in grafted sockets were favorable.
The long-term implications of alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) on dental implant health are crucial for understanding its effectiveness. A recent cross-sectional study provides valuable insights into the prevalence of peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis in ARP-treated sites.
Key Points:
- ARP is a procedure performed to minimize bone resorption post-extraction, facilitating future implant placement.
- The study involved 51 patients (61 implants) with a mean follow-up period of 8.7 ± 3.5 years.
- The implant-level prevalence rates of peri-implant health, peri-implant mucositis, and peri-implantitis were 54.1%, 37.7%, and 8.2% respectively.
- A history of periodontitis and increasing age were associated with higher risks of developing peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis.
Additional Points:
- Compared to previous estimates, ARP does not seem to increase the risk of peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis in the long term.
- The study’s limitations include a small sample size and its cross-sectional nature, indicating the need for a well-powered prospective study.
Conclusion:
- Implants inserted in grafted sockets show favorable rates of healthy implants in the long term, suggesting that ARP procedures do not increase the risk of developing mucositis or peri-implantitis.
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