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Bone density in human dentate and edentulous mandibles using computed tomography
1University of Turin, Clinical Physiopathology Department, School of Dentistry, Italy.
Clinical Oral Implants Research
|November 7, 1999
Summary
Mandibular bone density is higher in areas with teeth than without. However, it does not correlate with vertebral bone density or ridge resorption, suggesting CT may aid implant planning.
Area of Science:
- Dental Implantology
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
- Bone Densitometry
Background:
- Assessing bone density is crucial for dental implant success.
- Partially edentulous mandibles present unique challenges for implant placement.
- Quantitative Computerized Tomography (CT) offers detailed bone assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To correlate mandibular bone density with vertebral bone density and edentulous ridge resorption.
- To evaluate the utility of Quantitative CT in assessing mandibular bone for implantology.
Main Methods:
- 17 partially edentulous subjects were analyzed.
- Bone density was measured using Quantitative CT.
- Ridge resorption was assessed via panoramic radiography.
Main Results:
- Mandibular bone density was significantly higher in dentate areas compared to edentulous areas.
- No significant correlation was found between mandibular bone density and vertebral bone density.
- No significant correlation was observed between mandibular bone density and ridge resorption.
Conclusions:
- Quantitative CT may provide a more accurate evaluation of trabecular bone in the partially edentulous mandible for implant programming.
- Further research is needed to establish the clinical utility of CT in this context.