Comparison of Delayed and Immediate Mandibular Molar Implant Placement by Use of Resonance Frequency Analysis: Three Year Study

Abstract

Objectives: In order to replace a lost mandibular 1^st molar, the objective was to assess & associate the clinical results of delayed & immediate packing of implant-supported prostheses. The assessment was conducted utilizing the following observations: implant mobility, peri-implant radiolucency, probing depth, marginal bone level, & bleeding on probing.

Methodology: Thirty participants who in necessity of an implant-sustained prosthesis for a lost lower 1^st molar, had good oral hygiene, & were keen to follow the research protocol were involved in the three-year trial beginning in December 2019.

Results: With a mean age of 23.1 years & a range of 19 - 31 years, the research included 15 patients, 75% men & 25% women. Implants in Group 1 varied in diameter from 3.6 - 4.7 mm, with a mean of 4.44 mm, whereas implants in Group2 ranged in diameter from 3.2 - 4.1 mm, with a mean of 4.00 mm. Implants in Groups 1 & 2 had a length that varied from 10 - 14 mm, with a mean of 12 mm.

Conclusion: An effective treatment option & an alternate to the outdated late loading is the single tooth implant restoration in the lower 1^st molar with quick loading. Immediate loading decreases the functional treatment time delay. It eliminates patient discomfort & offers a permanent prosthesis with immediate functionality.