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Associations between clinical parameters assessed around implants and teeth

U Brägger1, W B Bürgin, C H Hämmerle

  • 1University of Berne, School of Dental Medicine, Clinic for Periodontology and Fixed Prosthodontics, Switzerland.

Clinical Oral Implants Research
|June 5, 1998
PubMed
Summary

This study found that patients with poor periodontal health experienced worse outcomes around dental implants. Maintaining good oral hygiene and periodontal health is crucial for implant success.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Implantology
  • Periodontology
  • Oral Health

Background:

  • Partially edentulous patients often receive oral implants to restore function.
  • Assessing peri-implant and periodontal health is vital for long-term implant success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To clinically evaluate peri-implant and periodontal conditions one year after placing oral implants in partially edentulous patients.
  • To compare implant outcomes with contralateral control teeth.

Main Methods:

  • 127 partially edentulous patients receiving ITI Dental Implants were examined one year post-placement.
  • Clinical parameters including pocket probing depth (PPD), probing attachment level (PAL), bleeding on probing (BOP), plaque index, and recession were measured.
  • Statistical analyses included Wilcoxon matched pairs sign rank test, Mann-Whitney U-test, and regression analyses.

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Main Results:

  • Implants showed significantly higher PPD and BOP, and greater PAL compared to control teeth.
  • Width of keratinized mucosa was smaller at lingual aspects of implants.
  • Posterior implants exhibited a significantly higher mean PAL than anterior implants.
  • Implant PAL was influenced by overall patient periodontal health (fullmouth plaque index, BOP, and mean PAL of teeth).

Conclusions:

  • The overall periodontal condition of partially edentulous patients can impact peri-implant health.
  • Pre- and post-treatment periodontal care is essential for successful osseointegrated oral implants.
  • Regular monitoring and maintenance are recommended for patients with dental implants.