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Flap Versus Flapless Implant Placement in Immediate Functional Loading: A Comparative Study
Piyush Javiya1, T Anjan2, Shilpa Duseja3
1Department of Prosthodontics, Crown and Bridge, K. M. Shah Dental College and Hospital, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth Deemed to be University, Piparia, Waghodia, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
Background:
Dental implants are now the typical tooth replacement method. Because it speeds up therapy, quick functional loading-attaching prosthetic restorations to implants following surgery-has become popular. Flapless implant implantation reduces surgical stress and expedites recovery.
Methods:
A prospective comparative study of 100 flap and flapless dental implant patients was done. Patient-reported outcomes, implant survival, peri-implant parameters, and surgical complications were assessed. Statistical analysis compared the two groups' results.
Results:
Both flap and flapless methods exhibited good implant survival and similar peri-implant characteristics. Patients reported equal postoperative comfort and satisfaction in both groups. Surgical complications were similar for flap and flapless surgeries.
Conclusion:
In immediate functional loading, flap and flapless implant insertion are equally effective and safe. Both methods yield dependable implant survival, peri-implant health, patient comfort, and surgical safety. Dental professionals should evaluate patient variables and anatomical aspects while choosing an implant implantation surgery. Implant dentistry needs further study on long-term results and treatment regimens.
