Title: A Retrospective Study of the AL Technology Implant System used for Single-Tooth Replacement
Abstract:Objective:The objective of this retrospective study was to evaluate the success rate of AL-Technology implants used for single tooth replacement after a minimum of three years of loading at Center for...Objective:The objective of this retrospective study was to evaluate the success rate of AL-Technology implants used for single tooth replacement after a minimum of three years of loading at Center for Dentistry, Research & Aesthetics, Jatt, Almothalat, Israel.Method: Dental records for 43patients who underwent single tooth replacement using AL-Technology implant system at Center for Dentistry, Research & Aesthetics, Jatt, Almothalath, Israel during a three years period (2010-2012) were retrospectively analyzed.Only implants that were functioning for at least three years were included.Results: 152 AL-Technology implants were used for the replacement of single teeth in 43patients, 114(75%) implants were placed in the posterior regions, and 38 (25%) implants were placed in the anterior regions.All implants were restored with cement-retained crowns and have been in function for at least three years.Out of the total 152implants, two (1,3%) were considered failures as a result of significant radiographic bone loss.Therefore, the survival rate at three years was 98,7%. Conclusion:The results of this study suggested that AL-Technology implants could be a satisfactory choice for anterior and posterior single tooth restorations.Read More