Figure 5. Flow diagram of CBCT imaging and measurements to calculate bone thickness buccally of implants.
Figure 5. Flow diagram of CBCT imaging and measurements to calculate bone thickness buccally of implants.
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Figure 4. Implant measurements. Measurements were performed at each millimeter along the axis of the implant for 5 mm, beginning at the neck of the implant.
Figure 3. Implant position. Due to the alienation of the patients’ DICOM files by MIRIT, the exact position of the implant was defined. As such, the measurements could take place in the exact correct buccal direction.
Figure 3. Implant position. Due to the alienation of the patients’ DICOM files by MIRIT, the exact position of the implant was defined. As such, the measurements could take ...
Figure 2. Conventional intra-oral radiograph of same patient with implant-supported restoration at position 21.
Figure 2. Conventional intra-oral radiograph of same patient with implant-supported restoration at position 21.
Figure 1. Clinical photograph of implant-supported restoration at position 21.
Figure 1. Clinical photograph of implant-supported restoration at position 21.
Slagter, K.W., Raghoebar, G.M., Vissink, A. et al. Inter- and intraobserver reproducibility of buccal bone measurements at dental implants with cone beam computed tomography in the esthetic region. Int J Implant Dent 1, 8 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1186/s40729-015-0007-1
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When applying 3D image-based software programs according to the set-up used in this study, CBCTs are suitable for reliable and reproducible measurements of buccal bone thickness at implants.
Intraobserver and interobserver agreement was very high with measurements on CBCTs of bone buccally of dental implants. Apparently, the method is clear and measurements can be performed reproducibly. Moreover, measurements are not observer dependent, meaning that results of different observers in different studies can be compared with each other.
In previous studies, buccal bone thickness was als...
The mean buccal bone thickness measured by observers 1 and 2 was 2.42 mm (sd: 0.50) and 2.41 mm (sd: 0.47), respectively. Interobserver intraclass correlation coefficient was 0.96 (95% CI 0.93 to 0.98). The mean buccal bone thickness of the first measurement and the second measurement of observer 1 was 2.42 mm (sd: 0.50) and 2.53 mm (sd: 0.49), respectively, with an intraobserver intraclass co...
The implant and patient dataset were exactly aligned by the MIRIT method, so that the distance from the central axis of the implant to the outer contour of the buccal bone could be measured. Area of interest was the upper 5 mm section of the implant, beginning at the neck of the implant towards the apical direction. Exact dimensions along the implant axis of each implant configuration used in the...
Ten patients with a dental implant in the esthetic zone (regions 13 to 23) were included (Figures 1 and 2). Research was carried out in compliance with the Helsinki Declaration. Patients were part of a randomized controlled trial on esthetics; the study was approved by the Medical Ethic Board of the University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen (METC 2010.246) as well as that writt...
Single-tooth implant placement in the esthetic zone is a highly reliable treatment option for replacing a failing tooth [1-4]. Yet, research interest has shifted from implant survival towards optimal preservation of soft and hard tissues [5-7]. Especially in the esthetic region, buccal bone and its preservation is one of the key factors in esthetic outcome [8].
Computerized tomography (CT) scans ...
Sufficient buccal bone is important for optimal esthetic results of implant treatment in the anterior region. It can be measured with cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), but background scattering and problems with standardization of the measurements are encountered. The aim was to develop a method for reliable, reproducible measurements on CBCTs.
Using a new method, buccal bone thickness was me...
Fig. 3. Peri-implant bone level at baseline, 3 months post-operative, and 6 months post-operative. a Mesial defect depth. b Mesial defect width. c Distal defect depth. d Distal defect width
Fig. 3. Peri-implant bone level at baseline, 3 months post-operative, and 6 months post-operative. a Mesial defect depth. b Mesial defect width. c Distal defect depth. d Distal defect width
Fig. 2. Test group (PRF augmentation)
Fig. 2. Test group (PRF augmentation)
Fig. 1. Control group (no PRF augmentation)
Fig. 1. Control group (no PRF augmentation)
Illustration 11. ive (a), 1 week post-operative (b), 1 month post-operative (c), and 3 months post-operative (d)
Illustration 11. a–d Post-operative healing process at 3 days post-operative (a), 1 week post-operative (b), 1 month post-operative (c), and 3 months post-operative (d)
Illustration 10. a–d Second measuring, reentry, and insertion of a screwed, full ceramic crown
Illustration 10. a–d Second measuring, reentry, and insertion of a screwed, full ceramic crown
Illustration 9. a–c Radiographic control a at time of implant placement (a), 3 months post-operative (b), and 6 months post-operative (c)
Illustration 8. Fixation of the flap with Seralene® 6.0
Illustration 8. Fixation of the flap with Seralene® 6.0
Illustration 7. Insertion of PRF membranes in a double-layered technique for tissue augmentation
Illustration 7. Insertion of PRF membranes in a double-layered technique for tissue augmentation
Illustration 6. PRF membrane made by centrifugating and pressing the patient’s blood
Illustration 6. PRF membrane made by centrifugating and pressing the patient’s blood
Illustration 5. Implant placed with a split-flap technique
Illustration 5. Implant placed with a split-flap technique
Illustration 4. NobelSpeedy Replace® (source: https://www.nobelbiocare.com/de/de/home/products-and-solutions/implant-systems/nobelspeedy.html)
Illustration 4. NobelSpeedy Replace® (source: https://www.nobelbiocare.com/de/de/home/products-and-solutions/implant-systems/nobelspeedy.html)
Illustration 3. Insertion of the implant
Illustration 3. Insertion of the implant
Illustration 2. Crestal incision and preparation of a split-flap
Illustration 2. Crestal incision and preparation of a split-flap
Illustration 1. Measurement of tissue thickness with an endodontic micro-opener
Illustration 1. Measurement of tissue thickness with an endodontic micro-opener
Hehn, J., Schwenk, T., Striegel, M. et al. The effect of PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) inserted with a split-flap technique on soft tissue thickening and initial marginal bone loss around implants: results of a randomized, controlled clinical trial.
Int J Implant Dent 2, 13 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1186/s40729-016-0044-4
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JH was responsible for the study design and recruitment of the patients, carried out the implant surgery and follow-up examinations, and drafted the manuscript. TS participated in the surgical treatment and follow-up examinations. MS performed the digital me...
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Soft tissue augmentation with PRF using a split-flap technique cannot be recommended to alter thin gingiva types. Future experimental and clinical studies will be necessary to evaluate whether augmentation with PRF is suitable for mucosa thickening.
With respect to marginal bone loss, it could be shown that there were no significant differences when comparing dimension of bone loss between test and control groups. The study of present research data shows, to the best knowledge of the authors, no other RCTs about tissue thickening with PRF and peri-implant bone loss. However, several studies focused on mucosa thickening with tissue grafts and ...
In this study over a period of 6 months, it could be demonstrated that mucosal tissue thickening above implants with PRF led to reduced tissue thickness when performed in a split-flap technique.
The initial post-operative dehiscence and the associated complete loss of mucosal and augmented tissue above the implant were observed in all test patients.
PRF is supposed to be a good healing aid in v...
The mean marginal bone level alterations are displayed in Fig. 3.
Six months after surgery, both groups showed a statistically significant peri-implant bone loss.
The mesial resp. distal defect depth was 0.70 mm ± 0.72 SD resp. 0.64 mm ± 0.66 SD at baseline. Six months later, the marginal bone defect increased to 1.47 mm ± 0.65 SD on the mesial side resp. 1.46 mm ± 0.54 ...
At time of surgery, the patients ranged in age from 33 to 79 years (mean age 53.8 years).
The first surgeries for implant placement in the test group were carried out as described above. Two layers of a PRF matrix were placed on top of the implant. Though surgical flaps were all sutured completely free of tension, a post-operative dehiscence above the implant could be observed in all test pati...
Comparison of bone level alterations between test and control groups.
Data were expressed as means ± standard deviation. Comparisons were made using the Wilcoxon test, the Mann–Whitney U test, and the multiple comparisons test by Schaich-Hamerle (p = 0.05).
After the implantation, standardized digital X-rays were taken with parallel technique (baseline) (illustration 9). For each patient, an individual customized digital film holder was fabricated to ensure a reproducible radiographic analysis. Patients were instructed to avoid chewing hard nutrition in the treated area and to use chlorhexidine mouthwash and a soft brush twice a day for the first 2 ...
Patients aged 18+ who required an implant in the posterior mandible were eligible for this study.
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As a consequence, recent research focused on soft tissue augmentation of thin gingiva types prior to or simultaneous to implant insertion. Wiesner et al. published a significant gain of soft tissue by thickening the gingiva with a connective soft tissue graft harvested from the palate [12]. Soft tissues at augmented sites were 1.3 mm thicker than on control sites and had a better pink esthetic sc...
The initial bone modeling around implants within the first year after insertion presents a challenging topic in current research. Previous studies have shown that this process is characterized by a remodeling of the horizontal and vertical bone dimension with a range of 0.7 to 3 mm within the first year [1].
First attempts to reduce this loss of tissue focused on changes of implant shapes, impla...
Previous studies have shown that adequate thickness or initial augmentation of soft tissue has a positive effect on the stability of peri-implant bone. This randomized, controlled trial aimed to evaluate the influence of augmenting soft tissue with platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) on crestal bone and soft tissue around implants.
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Fig. 3. Demonstration of the method used to measure the angle designated by the buccal and lingual walls of the sinus angle for each of the three fixed points in a given height
Fig. 3. Demonstration of the method used to measure the angle designated by the buccal and lingual walls of the sinus angle for each of the three fixed points in a given height
Fig. 2. Demonstration of the method used to measure the thickness of the Schneiderian membrane in the cross-sectional images for each of the three fixed points
Fig. 2. Demonstration of the method used to measure the thickness of the Schneiderian membrane in the cross-sectional images for each of the three fixed points
Fig. 1. Demonstration of the method used in the panoramic image to divide the sinus in four equal parts and find three fixed points for the measurements. Also, these fixed points in the horizontal plane with and without sections
Fig. 1. Demonstration of the method used in the panoramic image to divide the sinus in four equal parts and find three fixed points for the measurements. Also, these ...
Kalyvas, D., Kapsalas, A., Paikou, S. et al. Thickness of the Schneiderian membrane and its correlation with anatomical structures and demographic parameters using CBCT tomography: a retrospective study.
Int J Implant Dent 4, 32 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1186/s40729-018-0143-5
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Patient recruitment and data collection for this study took place at National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, School of Dentistry, Greece. The research was approved by the Ethics Committee of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece, and all activities were conducted in full accordance with ethical principles, including the World Medical Association Declaration of Helsinki...
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In conclusion, the present study demonstrated that male patients tend to have a thicker membrane than female patients. The angles of the sinus seemed to increase in width from mesial to distal, and they have no significant correlation with any of our parameters. Thickness of the mucosa and width of the maxillary sinus did not seem to correlate. Future studies including larger groups of participant...
In the present study, it was also concluded that the width of the sinus increases from mesial to distal. Male sinuses had higher prevalence of high angle values compared to female sinuses, but the majority of angle values and widths was characterized as moderate.
In an attempt to correlate the membrane biotype regarding thickness with the sinus width, it was proven that there is no correlation be...
Comparing the thickness of the membrane between the two genders, males seem to have thicker membranes than females. Vallo et al. 2010, Janner et al. 2011, Ji-Young Yoo et al. 2011, Cakur et al. 2013, and Jildirim et al. 2017 [9, 11, 12, 16, 17] also come to this conclusion. Our study assumed that this difference is of the order of 40%. On the contrary, Pazera et al. 2010 concluded that there is no...
It is very important to pre-operatively evaluate the thickness of the Schneiderian membrane to plan the surgical procedure in the region that involves the membrane, such as a sinus lift augmentation, which increases the possibility of membrane perforation or other complications.
The present study assumed that the average thickness of the Schneiderian membrane is 1.60 ± 1.20 mm.
There are m...
The mean value of the overall average thickness is 1.60 ± 1.20 mm (males 1.95 ± 1.28 mm and females 1.24 ± 1.02 mm) (Table 1).
The average thickness of the membrane also showed no tendency for differentiation by age group (p = 0.878) (Table 2).
The statistical analysis also shows a clear tendency towards lower values when checking from point AR to point CR and from point ...
These three cross-sectional images, in which the thickness of the Schneiderian membrane was previously measured, were also used for the measurement of the angle of the maxillary sinus. A segment DG (point D is the deepest point of the floor of the maxillary sinus) is created, vertical to the horizontal plane with stable length equal to 9.9 mm. The mean of 9.9 mm was chosen, because of a limitati...
The study sample included 76 patients, of which 39 were females and 37 were males. In total, 120 sinuses (44 both left- and right-sided, 21 right-sided, and 11 left-sided) were evaluated as suitable for the present study and were measured. The total sample was classified in four age groups (below 45 years, 45–54 years, 54–64 years, and over 65 years of age). The mean age value of the sampl...
The maxillary sinus is the largest of the paranasal air-filled spaces, and it develops firstly in utero [1, 2]. Anatomically, the maxillary sinus is a pyramid-shaped cavity located in the facial skull with a mean volume of 12.5 mL (min 5 mL and max 22 mL) [2,3,4,5,6]. The size, the shape, and the wall thickness of every maxillary sinus not only vary among the population, but also between the tw...
The aims of the present study were to determine the thickness of the Schneiderian membrane and identify the width of the maxillary sinus, which is indicated by the buccal and lingual walls of the sinus angle between. Furthermore, to investigate the possibility of a correlation between the aforementioned structures and also other anatomical and demographic parameters using CBCTs for dental implant ...