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[Dental implants in tooth grinders].

F Lobbezoo1, J E Brouwers, M S Cune

  • 1Afdeling Orale Functieleen, Academisch Centrum Tandheelkunde Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam. f.lobbezoo@acta.nl

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|April 3, 2004
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Bruxism, or teeth grinding and clenching, is often seen as a risk for dental implants. While direct causation isn't proven, careful management is advised to prevent implant failure.

Area of Science:

  • Dental Implantology
  • Oral Medicine

Context:

  • Bruxism is traditionally viewed as a contraindication for dental implants.
  • Existing evidence on the link between bruxism and implant failure is inconsistent.
  • Variations in study methodologies complicate definitive conclusions.

Purpose:

  • To review the current understanding of the relationship between bruxism and dental implant success.
  • To provide practical recommendations for mitigating risks associated with bruxism in implant patients.

Summary:

  • While definitive proof of bruxism causing dental implant overload is lacking, a cautious approach is warranted.
  • Recommendations include managing bruxism, optimizing implant number and size, designing occlusion/articulation, and using nightguards.
  • These strategies aim to minimize the risk of implant failure in patients with bruxism.

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Impact:

  • Informs clinicians on managing dental implant patients with bruxism.
  • Highlights the need for further research into the biomechanics of bruxism and implant survival.
  • Contributes to evidence-based guidelines for prosthetic rehabilitation in patients with parafunctional habits.