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Published on: October 18, 2021
[Immediate loading of implants in fully edentulous jaws: two cases report]
Jian-Sheng Huang1, Xiao-Bin Zhu
1Center of Special Clinic, Guangdong Provincial Stomatological Hospital, South University of Medical Sciences, Guangzhou 510280, China.
Summary
Immediate provisional prosthesis on dental implants in fully edentulous jaws demonstrated high success. No implants were lost over 18-26 months, with minimal bone loss, indicating a stable, predictable treatment.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Implantology
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Fully edentulous jaws present significant challenges for dental rehabilitation.
- Immediate loading protocols aim to reduce treatment time and improve patient satisfaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the survival rate and marginal bone loss of dental implants subjected to immediate provisional prosthesis placement in fully edentulous patients.
Main Methods:
- Thirty-six dental implants were placed in two fully edentulous patients.
- Provisional prostheses were immediately attached to implants with an implant stability quotient (ISQ) > 60.
- Follow-up included assessment of implant stability, prosthetic integrity, and radiographic bone levels for 18-26 months.
Main Results:
- 34 out of 36 implants received immediate provisional prostheses.
- No implant failures were recorded during the 18-26 month follow-up period after immediate loading.
- The average cumulative bone loss was 0.41 mm.
Conclusions:
- Immediate provisional prosthesis placement on dental implants in fully edentulous patients is a viable and successful treatment option.
- This approach achieves high implant survival rates and predictable osseointegration with minimal bone loss.
- The protocol supports stable long-term outcomes for full-arch restorations.