Short Implants: Analysis of 69 Implants Loaded in Mandible Compared With Longer Implants

Objectives: In the last decade, several studies have reported that short implants achieve excellent results with a 2-stage technique. According to the literature, short dental implants have often been used for the replacement of teeth. Methods and Materials: A total of 69 short implants (Bone System) were inserted in the posterior mandibular area (41 in males, 28 in females, with a median age of 55 years and an age ranging from 41 to 70 years). Results: Mean loss of bone levels at 1 year was 0.20 ± 0.03 mm, mean changes in bone levels for periods longer than 1 year was 0.07 mm. Survival rate (SRR) of short implants was 98.5%. Conclusion: This study showed no complications in short implants and they could represent predictable solutions for the rehabilitation of atrophic posterior mandible to avoid complementary surgical procedures. Address correspondence and reprint requests to Antonio Scarano, MD, DDS, Via dei Vestini 31, 66100 Chieti, Italy; E-mail: ascarano@unich.it Received 7 November, 2017 Accepted 7 February, 2018 The authors report no conflicts of interest. © 2018 by Mutaz B. Habal, MD.

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