Implant survival in elderly patients

The use of dental implants is highly successful for partially or completely edentulous jaws, offering predictable and long-term success rates. A mandibular 2-implant overdenture is considered the standard of care in the rehabilitation of completely edentulous patients. Implant-supported prostheses improve mastication and offer a better oral health −related quality of life (OHRQoL). Although we are facing a worldwide increase in the number of older adults, scientific evidence is lacking about how well implant therapy works for elderly patients.

Source: Dental Abstracts - March 1, 2018 Category: Dentistry Tags: Inquiry Source Type: research