Tooth-to-Implant–Supported Fixed Partial Denture: A Comprehensive Overview of Systematic Reviews

Conclusions: Within the limitations of this overview, it was concluded that (1) the 10-year survival rates for tooth-to-implant FPDs were lower than the 5-year survival rates, (2) the tooth-to-implant FPDs' survival was lower than the individual abutment tooth or implant supporting it, (3) the biological and technical complications were more at 10 years compared with 5 years, and (4) the intrusion of the abutment teeth was more in the nonrigid connection FPDs than the rigid connection FPDs. Therefore, tooth-to-implant FPDs are a viable option but should be considered secondary to other available options with higher long-term survival rates and lower complications.
Source: Implant Dentistry - Category: Dentistry Tags: Meta-Analyses and Systematic Reviews Source Type: research