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Assessment of the Accuracy and Reliability of the Three Different Devices Measuring Dental Implant Stability: A
Mohammad Jalaluddin1, Pavithra K Ramanna2, Narendra V Penumatsa3
1Department of Periodontics and Oral Implantology, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS), Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, Phone: +91 9338131843,
Aim:
The purpose of this research was to evaluate the accuracy as well as reliability of three distinct devices used to measure dental implant stability.
Materials And Methods:
For the current investigation, 45 individuals with one or more missing teeth, aged 18-60 years were enrolled. The implant was inserted into the prepared osteotomy once the osteotomy was completed. Two resonance frequency analysis devices (Osstell, Osstell Mentor) and one damping capacity analysis device (Periotest) were used to measure implant stability. All the participants were evaluated by all the three devices. Readings were obtained at baseline, after 1 month, and after 6 months. Data were recorded and statistically analyzed.
Results:
At baseline, OsstellTM showed a mean stability value of 71.80 ± 4.28, OsstellTM Mentor found a mean stability value of 74.32 ± 3.86 and Periotest was 72.68 ± 2.10. After 1 month, OsstellTM showed a mean stability value of 75.16 ± 2.14, OsstellTM Mentor found a mean stability value of 79.44 ± 2.36 and Periotest was 77.06 ± 1.48. After 6 months, OsstellTM showed a mean stability value of 76.24 ± 1.08, OsstellTM Mentor found a mean stability value of 80.12 ± 1.24 and Periotest was 78.02 ± 1.36. But there was no statistically significant difference obtained between three groups.
Conclusion:
On conclusion, all the three devices used in this study are equally effective. However, when compared to other devices, the OsstellTM mentor is slightly better and more accurate in measuring implant stability.
Clinical Significance:
A single indication of implant stability is osseointegration. Assessing implant stability facilitates procedure selection on a patient-by-patient basis, improves case documentation, and aids in decision-making on implant loading. At any point following implant placement, the resonance frequency analysis (RFA) approach offers clinically meaningful data and innovation practices on the condition of the implant-bone interface. How to cite this article: Jalaluddin M, Ramanna PK, Penumatsa NV, et al. Assessment of the Accuracy and Reliability of the Three Different Devices Measuring Dental Implant Stability: A Comparative Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2025;26(4):362-365.
