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Jong-Bin Lee1,2
1Department of Periodontology, School of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Case Reports in Dentistry
|August 1, 2017
Summary
Dental implant removal is essential for treating complications. Two methods, conventional trephine bur and non-traumatic fixture removal kit, were compared. Optimal method selection is key for successful implant reinstallation.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Periodontology
Background:
- Dental implants restore function and aesthetics but can fail due to biomechanical complications.
- Implant removal is a necessary procedure when dental implants fail.
- Complications necessitate effective strategies for implant explantation.
Observation:
- Two patients experienced discomfort from posterior dental implants.
- A conventional trephine bur method and a non-traumatic fixture removal kit were used for implant removal.
Findings:
- Both conventional and non-traumatic methods for dental implant removal have distinct advantages and disadvantages.
- The choice of surgical method depends on patient-specific factors and surgeon expertise.
Implications:
- Strategic selection of the optimal implant removal technique is crucial.
- Successful implant removal maximizes the potential for subsequent successful implant reinstallation.
