Implant Esthetic Complications: Anatomical, Prosthetic, and Patient-Centered Considerations for Treatment

Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2023 May-Jun;43(3):281-288. doi: 10.11607/prd.6538.

Abstract

Implant esthetic complications can negatively affect a patient's perception of implant therapy and their quality of life. This article discusses the etiology, prevalence, and strategies for the treatment of peri-implant soft tissue dehiscences/deficiencies (PSTDs). Three common scenarios of implant esthetic complications were identified and described, in which PSTDs could be managed without removing the crown (scenario I), with the surgical-prosthetic approach (crown removal; scenario II), and/or with the horizontal and vertical soft tissue augmentation and submerged healing (scenario III).

MeSH terms

  • Dental Implantation, Endosseous / adverse effects
  • Dental Implants* / adverse effects
  • Esthetics, Dental
  • Humans
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Quality of Life

Substances

  • Dental Implants