Evaluation of Marginal Bone Loss and Peri-Implant Tissue Conditions in Relation to Dental Implant Surface Design: A 12-Month Retrospective Study

Authors : Mehmet Emrah Polat, Mehmet Gül

Pages : 513-517

Doi:10.37990/medr.1657259

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Publication Date : 2025-05-09

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Aim: This retrospective study aims to evaluate marginal bone loss and peri-implant tissue conditions in relation to implant surface design. Material and Method: In our study, data from 50 dental implants placed in patients who underwent routine treatment at the Harran University Faculty of Dentistry Application and Research Center were evaluated. Data obtained for bone loss, gingival and plaque indices were evaluated. Two types of implants were compared based on these data. Type 1 implants feature an HSA (Hybrid Sand Blast and Acid Etched) surface designed to promote osseointegration, whereas Type 2 implants are composed of high-quality titanium alloy and incorporate AB/AE (Acid Etch with Aluminum Oxide Blasting) surface modifications to support osseointegration. The normality of data distribution was evaluated using the Shapiro-Wilk test. Comparisons between groups were made using the Mann-Whitney U test, as it is appropriate for data that does not show normal distribution. Results: Type 2 implants showed significantly higher gingival index values (p<0.05), while no significant differences were observed in plaque index or bone loss between groups. Conclusion: Implant neck and surface design may influence soft tissue response, particularly gingival inflammation, highlighting the importance of implant morphology in peri-implant tissue health and long-term outcomes.
Keywords : Dental implant, bone loss, gingival index, plaque index

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