Computer-guided vs freehand placement of immediately loaded dental implants: 5-year postloading results of a randomised controlled trial.

CONCLUSIONS: Both approaches achieved successful results over the 5-year follow-up period. Statistically higher post-operative pain and swelling were experienced at sites treated freehand with flap elevation. Less marginal bone loss (0.4 mm) was observed in the computer-guided group, at 5 years follow-up. Conflict-of-interest statement: This trial was completely self-funded and all the authors declare no conflicts of interest. PMID: 29806667 [PubMed - in process]

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Source: European Journal of Oral Implantology - May 30, 2018 Category: Dentistry Authors: Tallarico M, Esposito M, Xhanari E, Caneva M, Meloni SM Tags: Eur J Oral Implantol Source Type: research