Author/Editor		Ihan-Hren, N; Gorjanc, M; Kansky, AA
Title		Uspešnost vsadkov v brezzobih čeljustih
Translated title		Success of implants in edentulous jaws
Type		članek
Source		Zobozdrav Vestn
Vol. and No.		Letnik 57, št. 1
Publication year		2002
Volume		str. 9-14
Language		slo
Abstract		Complete edentulism is a feature of the elderly population. It Initially causes problems associated with the absence of natural teeth. The consequence of edentulism is progressive atrophy of the jaw bone, which finally represents an additional prosthetic problem. At present, these problems are successfully overcome with the use of osseointegrated titanium implants. In this way bone resorption is reduced and better retention and stability of the prosthesis are achieved. Because of anatomical differences between the jaws, different surgical and prosthetic techniques are used in conjunction with implant placement in the upper and the lower jaws. We present our experience with progressive thread design dental implants, inserted in the edentulous lower jaws of 26 patients for the retention of total prostheses, and in the edentulous upper jaws of five patients to provide retention for a total prosthesis or a fixed prosthetic appliance. Complications have been rare, the early success rate being 100%. Good late results are anticipated especially in the lower jaws, which agrees with the experiences of other authors.
Descriptors		JAW, EDENTULOUS SURGERY, ORAL, PREPROSTHETIC ALVEOLAR BONE LOSS DENTAL IMPLANTATION, ENDOSSEOUS TREATMENT OUTCOME