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Factors associated with implant recommendation for single-tooth replacement
Khalaf F Al-Shammari1, Jassem M Al-Ansari, Areej K Al-Khabbaz
1Specialized Center for the Advancement of Dental Services, Ministry of Health, Salmiyah, Kuwait. khalsham@hotmail.com
Implant Dentistry
|June 22, 2005
Summary
Dental implant recommendations for single-tooth replacement are infrequent among general dentists. Factors like patient age and oral hygiene influence dentist decisions, highlighting a need for further research into implant adoption barriers.
Area of Science:
- Dental Science
- Oral Surgery
- Evidence-Based Dentistry
Background:
- Dental implants are a predictable solution for single-tooth replacement.
- Limited data exists on the frequency of implant recommendations by general dental practitioners.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the frequency of dental implant recommendations for single-tooth replacement.
- To identify factors influencing general dental practitioners' decisions to recommend implants.
Main Methods:
- A 30-day observational study across 26 dental clinics in Kuwait.
- Data collected on single-tooth extractions, patient demographics, and replacement options presented.
- Univariate and logistic regression analyses used to assess influencing factors.
Main Results:
- 1367 single-tooth extractions were analyzed.
- Only 3.3% of all patients and 8.6% of those offered replacement options received an implant recommendation.
- Younger patient age, regular dental visits, and good oral hygiene were significantly associated with implant recommendations.
Conclusions:
- Dental implant recommendations for single-tooth replacement are low in the studied Kuwaiti general dental practices.
- Patient age, dental maintenance history, and oral hygiene practices are key factors influencing dentist recommendations.