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Rehabilitative Considerations for Dental Implants in the Diabetic Patient

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The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society

Abstract

Diabetes is a serious illness that affects many people, and there are many new cases diagnosed every year in all populations around the world. Dental implant is one of the restorative methods to replace missing teeth. As implants are directly anchored into bones, they provide stability, a more natural appearance, and minimize the risk of bone resorption. Thus, today, there is a high demand of dental implants and it is inevitable to meet diabetics who request implant treatment. However, Diabetes mellitus patients may pose contraindications to dental implants because of microvascular complications leading to slower healing process after surgery. Studies have shown that dental implantation failure rate in diabetic patients is much higher than that in non-diabetic patients. This article reviews the effect of diabetes on the osseointegration of implants and the soft tissue healing. It presents the factors used in assessing the severity of diabetes and its complications, as well as considerations for rehabilitation planning in these patients. In addition, the role of antibiotic prophylaxis has been reviewed since its effect on wound healing in diabetics is controversial. Integration of these factors by the dentist can dictate whether, as well as what type of implant supported prosthesis should be given to the diabetic patient.

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  2. Department of Dentistry, GMERS Medical College, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India

    Manish Katyayan

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Katyayan, P.A., Katyayan, M. & Shah, R.J. Rehabilitative Considerations for Dental Implants in the Diabetic Patient. J Indian Prosthodont Soc 13, 175–183 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13191-012-0207-9

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