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Clinical Application of Angulated Prosthetic Platform Implants: A Retrospective Study
The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry
|February 13, 2024
Summary
This study found high survival rates for angulated prosthetic platform (APP) implants, with 99.2% of patients and 91.1% of implants surviving up to 71 months. These dental implants show clinically successful outcomes for various applications.
Area of Science:
- Dental Implantology
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Angulated prosthetic platform (APP) implants offer unique geometric advantages.
- Assessing the long-term success of novel implant designs is crucial in restorative dentistry.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the survival rates and clinical outcomes of two-piece APP implants.
- To analyze patient and implant survival in a specialist periodontics setting.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 239 APP implants placed in 183 patients.
- Mean follow-up period of 28.2 months, with a maximum of 71 months.
- Radiographic assessment of bone levels for surviving implants.
Main Results:
- Patient survival rate: 99.2%; Implant survival rate: 91.1% at follow-up.
- Mean radiographic bone level was -0.70 ± 0.87 mm.
- Successful use in single crowns, fixed partial dentures, and fixed complete dentures.
Conclusions:
- APP implants demonstrate clinically successful short- to medium-term outcomes.
- The unique geometry of APP implants is suitable for diverse restorative applications.
- Acceptable survival rates support the use of APP implants in specialist care.
