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Dental implants. Permanent replacement for lost teeth.

T E Mioduski1, N J Guinn

  • 1St. Joseph Hospital, Denver.

AORN Journal
|March 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Dental implants offer a modern solution for tooth replacement, significantly improving patient well-being. While rare, potential complications like nerve injury and infection require careful consideration.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Implantology
  • Oral Surgery
  • Biomaterials Science

Background:

  • Oral implants represent advanced technology for tooth replacement, restoring natural function and aesthetics.
  • They offer solutions for single, multiple, or full arch tooth loss.
  • Restoration with dental implants can enhance both physical and psychological health.

Observation:

  • Complications associated with oral implants are infrequent.
  • Potential adverse events include nerve injury, bone loss, and infection.
  • Other risks involve damage to adjacent teeth, premature implant/prosthesis loss, bone fracture, and oroantral/oronasal fistulae.

Findings:

  • The study identifies a range of potential, though rare, complications following oral implant placement.
  • These complications span from localized issues like nerve injury and infection to more complex problems such as bone fracture and fistulae formation.
  • The successful integration of oral implants is crucial to avoid these adverse outcomes.

Implications:

  • Understanding and mitigating these rare complications is vital for successful dental implant outcomes.
  • Patient education on potential risks and benefits is essential for informed consent.
  • Continued research into implant materials and surgical techniques can further minimize complication rates.

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