Efficacy of basal implants in compromised ridge - A prospective study

Area of Science:

• Dental Implantology
• Oral Surgery
• Biomaterials Science

Background:

• Conventional endosseous dental implants are widely used but pose challenges for patients with insufficient alveolar bone.
• Bone augmentation procedures are often required for conventional implants, increasing treatment time and cost.
• Basal implants present an alternative for immediate loading, potentially reducing treatment complexity.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the clinical, radiographic, and functional outcomes of immediately loaded basal implants in patients with compromised alveolar bone ridges.
• To assess the success rate and complications associated with basal implants in challenging bone conditions.

Main Methods:

• Ten systemically healthy patients with poor bone quality/quantity received 35 basal implants.
• Implants were functionally loaded within 72 hours.
• Outcomes including stability, pain, marginal bone loss (CBCT), and complications were monitored for 6 months.

Main Results:

• Three out of 35 implants failed within the first 3 days post-placement.
• The study suggests basal implants are a promising solution for compromised alveolar ridges.
• This approach may avoid the need for bone augmentation often required for conventional implants.

Conclusions:

• Basal implants provide a viable treatment option for patients with insufficient bone volume.
• Immediate loading of basal implants can be successful, reducing overall treatment duration.
• Further research is warranted to optimize outcomes and long-term success rates.