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Mandibular implants and the growing patient

R J Cronin1, L J Oesterle, D M Ranly

  • 1Division of Graduate Prosthodontics, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 78284-7912.

The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants
|January 1, 1994
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Dental implants in growing patients require careful consideration of mandibular growth. Osseointegrated implants do not grow like natural teeth, risking complications if placed too early.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Orthodontics
  • Biomaterials

Background:

  • Understanding craniofacial growth is crucial for dental implant placement in adolescents.
  • Osseointegrated implants lack the natural dentition's growth and remodeling capabilities.
  • Skeletal growth can negatively impact implant stability and position.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of understanding growth dynamics before implant placement in young patients.
  • To identify optimal timing for endosseous implant placement in growing individuals.
  • To emphasize the need for growth-adaptive prosthetics and monitoring.

Main Methods:

  • Review of research models on craniofacial growth and implant osseointegration.
  • Analysis of skeletal and dental changes in relation to implant prognosis.

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  • Evaluation of factors influencing implant success in actively growing patients.

    • Main Results:

    • Mandibular growth dynamics significantly affect implant outcomes.
    • Implants placed in growing patients risk bone support loss or submersion.
    • Predictable prognosis is associated with placement after age 15 (girls) and 18 (boys).

    Conclusions:

    • Dental implant placement in growing patients necessitates a thorough understanding of craniofacial development.
    • Timing of implant placement is critical for long-term success.
    • Close monitoring and growth-accommodating prostheses are essential for implants in adolescents.