Attitude and treatment options in implant-supported prosthetics: A survey among a cohort of German dentists
The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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: 15-21, 2020.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
The aim of the current study was to analyze treatment concepts of a cohort of German dentists for planning, fabrication, and maintenance of implant-supported fixed and removable restorations.MATERIALS ANDMETHODS:
A questionnaire including queries about experiences with implant-supported restorations as well as prosthetic and maintenance treatment concepts for supplying patients with fixed and removable implant-supported prosthetic restorations was developed and sent to 350 dental offices registered in the municipal area of Leipzig, Germany.RESULTS:
An overall total of 62 returned questionnaires were included in the analyses, which relates to a response rate of 17.7%. Participating dentists were more involved in the prosthetic aspects of implant dentistry rather than surgery, while prosthetic concepts such as backward planning, digital processing, and application of all-ceramic materials were not commonly performed. Simple attachments were preferred over complex retention systems in removable implant-supported restorations. Tooth/implant-supported fixed denture prostheses as well as removable denture prostheses with supporting posterior implants were not regarded as a favorable treatment option.CONCLUSION:
Within the limitations of the study, the data indicate that dentists favor simple and conventional treatment approaches in implant prosthetics. Prosthetic aspects in the planning of implant-supported restorations are often neglected. Prosthetic treatment guidelines and aspects should commonly be considered in the planning phase of implant-supported prosthetic restorations, and awareness should be increased in postgraduate education.
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Main subject:
Prostheses and Implants
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Dental Implants
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Cohort Studies
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Dentures
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Crowns
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Dental Offices
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Dentistry
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Dentists
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Education
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Peri-Implantitis
Type of study:
Etiology study
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Practice guideline
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Incidence study
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Observational study
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Qualitative research
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Risk factors
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Europa
Language:
English
Journal:
The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
Year:
2020
Type:
Article
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