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Implant and provisional crown placement: a one stage protocol
1Department of Biologic and Material Sciences, Division of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA.
Implant Dentistry
|November 21, 1998
Summary
This study shows that a one-stage surgical procedure for endosseous implants in the anterior maxilla offers a comfortable and effective solution. Patients experienced minimal complications, achieving esthetic results in a single visit.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Implantology
Background:
- Traditional endosseous implant placement involves a two-stage surgical procedure with a 4-6 month osseointegration period.
- The one-stage nonsubmerged technique offers immediate transmucosal extension for treating edentulism.
Observation:
- A case report details 10 patients receiving endosseous implants in the maxillary anterior region.
- Immediate provisionalization was performed using a one-stage surgical procedure.
Findings:
- All patients reported minimal discomfort and complications post-surgery and immediate provisionalization.
- No signs of inflammation or implant mobility were observed during the initial 6-month follow-up period.
Implications:
- The one-stage surgical procedure is a viable option for immediate esthetic restoration in the partially edentulous anterior maxilla.
- This approach simplifies treatment, potentially reducing patient chair time and improving esthetic outcomes.