Evaluation of implant stability using different implant drilling sequences
Hyeon Min Kim1, Jin-Yong Cho1, Jaeyoung Ryu1
1Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Gachon University Gil Medical Center, Incheon, South Korea.
Journal of Dental Sciences
|June 18, 2019
Summary
Simplifying the dental implant drilling sequence is safe and effective. Reduced drilling protocols maintained implant stability and allowed for successful prosthesis placement without negative effects.
Area of Science:
- Dental Implantology
- Surgical Procedures
Background:
- Drilling sequence simplification is desirable for implant surgery.
- Evaluating implant stability after simplified drilling is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the stability of dental implant placements following a simplified drilling sequence.
- To determine if a simplified drilling protocol negatively impacts implant stability.
Main Methods:
- Prospective clinical study comparing a normal drilling sequence (control) with a simplified sequence (test).
- Implant stability quotient (ISQ) and radiography used for evaluation immediately and 5 months post-placement.
Main Results:
- No significant marginal bone resorption observed in either group.
- A statistically significant difference in ISQ scores was noted at 5 months between groups (control: 80.72±6.76, test: 71.83±9.00).
- Both groups achieved sufficient ISQ scores for prosthesis process completion.
Conclusions:
- Simplified drilling protocols for dental implants are a viable option.
- These simplified methods may enhance future implant-related treatments.
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