How successful are small‐diameter implants? A literature review

Abstract

Survival rates reported for SDI are similar to those reported for standard width implants. These survival rates did not appear to differ between studies that used flapless and flap reflection techniques. The failure rate appeared to be higher in shorter SDIs than in longer ones in the studies in which the length of the failed implants was reported. SDIs could be considered for use with fixed restorations and mandibular overdentures, since their success rate appears to be comparable to that of regular diameter implants. They might also be an efficient, low-cost solution for elders who wish to reduce problems with denture instability.

Less Invasive Surgical Procedures Using Narrow-Diameter Implants: A Prospective Study in 20 Consecutive Patients

“…The development of new and stronger materials for implant manufacturing has allowed the use of narrow-implant diameters (NDIs) ( 3.5 mm) and, at the same time, widened the indications. The clinical outcomes of NDIs have been systematically reviewed by Sohrabi et al 2 …”

Mini dental implant overdenture as an alternative treatment (systematic review)

“…Moreover, the mini implant technique is simpler and faster, and it is often done with flapless. [7,8] Mini implant was first introduced in 1994 to support an interim prosthesis, and on implant removal, it was noted that removal of these implants from the bone was difficult because it osseointegrated within the bone. [10][11][12] Mini implants loading can delay after 3 months from implant placement, or it can be loaded immediately within the atrophic bone according to the amount of the primary stability, the insertion torque should be at least 30 Ncm.…”

“…All these procedures need more time, more cost, and more clinician experience. [7] Mini implants are an alternative option in case of reduced residual alveolar ridge. Their reduced diameter <3 mm allow for easy and safe insertion in narrow ridges.…”

Avaliação histológica e histomorfométrica da energia superficial e molhabilidade em implantes de titânio grau IV e grau V: estudo experimental em coelhos

“…Com vantagens de realizar procedimentos cirúrgicos menos invasivos, principalmente quando houver alguma deficiência óssea na área a se reabilitar e a capacidade de colocar implantes estreitos em espaços interradiculares reduzidos (SOHRABI et al,2012;AL-NAWAS et al,2012;DAVARPANAH et al,2000).…”

“…No entanto, quando se trata de uma liga de titânio, a liga titânio-alumínio-vanádio (Ti6Al4V), mais utilizada na área médica, é menos presente na odontologia por ser menos estudada, é nomeada como titânio grau V, possui boas propriedades mecânicas, resistência à corrosão e biocompatibilidade (SHAH et al, 2016;FARIA et al, 2014;PRASAD et al, 2015;DEGIDI et al, 2008;Mc CRACKEN et al,1999). Quanto aos estudos, Stenport et al, 2008, Han et al,1998, e Johansson et al,1993 (ZWEERS et al, 2015;SOHRABI et al,2012;AL-NAWAS et al,2012;FERRARIS et al, 2011;DEGIDE et al, 2008). (FERRARIS et al, 2016;YEO, 2014;ELIAS et al, 2008).…”