Comparison between immediate and delayed laser-treated implants surface with switching platform: a clinical...

Area of Science:

• Dental Implantology
• Biomaterials Science
• Oral Surgery

Background:

• Dental implant surface treatments, like laser modification, aim to enhance osseointegration.
• Platform switching is a design feature used in dental implants to manage soft tissue levels and crestal bone.
• Comparing immediate and delayed implant placement protocols is crucial for optimizing treatment outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the predictability and performance of laser-treated dental implants with platform switching.
• To compare outcomes between immediate (post-extraction) and delayed implant placement in healed sites.
• To assess the survival rates of these specific implants over a 12-month follow-up period.

Main Methods:

• A prospective study involving 44 GEASS Srl dental implants with laser-treated surfaces and morse taper connections.
• Implants were placed in post-exodontia (immediate) and healed sites across maxillary and mandibular regions.
• Patient demographics, implant characteristics, and bone grafting use were recorded; survival rates were monitored for at least 12 months.

Main Results:

• Both immediate and delayed implant placement groups achieved 100% survival rates.
• Implants placed in fresh extraction sockets demonstrated similar performance to those placed in mature bone sites.
• No significant differences were observed between the immediate and delayed placement protocols at the 12-month follow-up.

Conclusions:

• Laser-treated dental implants with morse taper connections and platform switching exhibit predictable performance.
• Immediate placement in fresh extraction sockets is a viable option, yielding results comparable to delayed placement in healed sites.
• The findings support the use of this implant system in various clinical scenarios, offering high survival rates regardless of placement timing.