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Esthetic complications in implant dentistry
Ausra Ramanauskaite1, Robert Sader2
1Department of Oral Surgery and Implantology, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Carolinum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Periodontology 2000
|February 1, 2022
Summary
Achieving optimal esthetics in dental implantology requires careful attention to peri-implant soft tissue dimensions. Key factors include papilla fill, mucosal height, and inter-implant distance for successful restorations.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Implantology
- Periodontology
Background:
- Esthetic complications are a growing concern in implant dentistry.
- Peri-implant soft tissue dimensions significantly impact the esthetic outcome of restorations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current knowledge on physiological peri-implant soft tissue dimensions.
- To identify factors influencing peri-implant tissue esthetics.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and appraisal of existing knowledge.
- Analysis of factors affecting papilla fill and mucosal height.
Main Results:
- Papilla fill depends on adjacent tooth's clinical attachment level.
- Minimum 3mm inter-implant distance is crucial for anterior maxilla.
- Buccolingual implant position affects midfacial mucosal height.
Conclusions:
- Maintaining adequate inter-implant distance and proper implant positioning are vital for esthetics.
- Soft tissue grafting can address recession and thin phenotypes.
