Clinical study on the association between keratinized mucosa and peri-implant health when external hexagon implants are installed in the posterior region of the maxilla and mandible: a cohort study

This study evaluated the association between keratinized mucosa (KM) and peri-implant health of external hexagon implants in the posterior region in 84 patients with 242 implants. Modified plaque index (MPI), modified sulcular bleeding index (MSBI), probing depth (PD), keratinized mucosa (KM) width, and peri-implant bone loss were evaluated. The implants were divided according to the KM: (1) absence of KM, (2) KM width>0 and

Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - July 18, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: J.M. Carvalhaes, D. Ponzoni, K.R. Tonini, P.S.P. de Carvalho Tags: Clinical Paper Source Type: research