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A study of 184 consecutive patients referred for single-tooth replacement
B Andersson1, P Odman, G E Carlsson
1Special Clinic for Implants and Material Development, Public Dental Service, Mölndal, Sweden.
Clinical Oral Implants Research
|December 1, 1995
Summary
This study found that 64% of patients referred for single implant restorations were accepted, with men and younger patients showing higher acceptance rates. Anatomical limitations were the primary reason for rejection in dental implant cases.
Area of Science:
- Dental Implantology
- Prosthodontics
- Oral Surgery
Background:
- Single implant restorations are a common treatment for missing teeth.
- Patient selection is crucial for successful implant outcomes.
- Understanding referral patterns and rejection criteria is vital for optimizing treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate patient acceptance and rejection rates for single implant restorations.
- To identify reasons for patient referral and rejection.
- To analyze factors influencing treatment acceptance, including demographics and clinical findings.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 184 patients referred for 251 single implant restorations.
- Data collection included referral information, medical history, clinical examination, and treatment planning.
- Statistical analysis of acceptance and rejection criteria.
Main Results:
- Overall acceptance rate was 64%, with higher acceptance in men (75%) than women (54%).
- Age negatively correlated with acceptance.
- Anatomical limitations (76%) were the main reason for rejection; external trauma (33%) was the most common cause of tooth loss.
- Adjacent tooth restorations were rarely a contraindication (13%).
Conclusions:
- Patient acceptance for single implant restorations is influenced by gender and age.
- Thorough evaluation of anatomical limitations is critical for implant treatment planning.
- Most patients exhibit high interest in single-tooth implants, though some may decline after further consultation.