Flapped or Flapless Surgery for Narrow-Diameter Implant Placement for Overdentures: Advantages, Disadvantages, Indications, and Clinical Rationale
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2014
Publication Title
International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry
Volume
34
First page number:
S89
Last page number:
S95
Abstract
Narrow-diameter implants for overdenture applications have gained in popularity due to their ability to be placed with simplified and less traumatic surgical protocols in limited-width alveolar ridges. The decision of whether to use a flapped or flapless procedure must be guided by a thorough evaluation and evidence-based diagnosis. This article reviews current principles relating to the use of narrow-diameter implants, along with the advantages and disadvantages of current surgical protocols. The indications for the use of each surgical procedure are demonstrated by case reports that highlight diagnosis, surgical planning, and final treatment outcomes.
Repository Citation
Scherer, M. D.,
Ingel, A. P.,
Rathi, N.
(2014).
Flapped or Flapless Surgery for Narrow-Diameter Implant Placement for Overdentures: Advantages, Disadvantages, Indications, and Clinical Rationale.
International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry, 34
S89-S95.