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A retrospective comparison of clinical outcomes of implant restorations for posterior edentulous area: 3-unit bridge supported by 2 implants vs 3 splinted implant-supported crowns.

Yuseung YiSeong-Joo HeoJai-Young KoakSeong-Kyun Kim
Published in: The journal of advanced prosthodontics (2022)
The restoration type was not associated with the success and survival of implants. The risk of mechanical complications was reduced in 3 implant-supported splinted crowns. However, the middle implants of the 3 implant-supported splinted crowns had a higher risk of peri-implantitis.
Keyphrases
  • soft tissue
  • risk factors
  • free survival
  • clinical evaluation