Raphaela Brambilla Bregagnol, Maria Paula de Lima Coltro, Eduardo Aydos Villarinho, Diego Fernandes Triches, Fernando Rizzo Alonso, Luís André Mendonça Mezzomo, Bianca Brandelli de Macedo, Eduardo Rolim Teixeira, Alvaro Vigo, Rosemary Sadami Arai Shinkai
INTRODUCTION: Long-term clinical success of non-splinted, posterior, and short implants still is unclear. This prospective cohort study reports the 10-year follow-up of 6-mm implants supporting single crowns in the posterior region, and patient-reported outcomes. METHODS: Baseline sample comprised 20 patients treated with 46 screw-retained crowns supported by 6-mm implants with moderately rough implant surface. Participants were recalled for a 10-year clinical follow-up to assess survival rates, biologic and mechanic conditions, quality of life (OHIP-14), and treatment satisfaction...
October 26, 2023: Clinical Implant Dentistry and related Research