Esthetic evaluation of single implant restorations, adjacent single implant restorations, and implant-supported fixed partial dentures: A 1-year prospective study.

Background: Peri-implant soft tissues esthetics varies and depends on the restoration type such as implant-supported single crowns, adjacent multiple single crowns, and fixed partial dentures (FPD).

Purpose: The aim of this prospective study was to assess the esthetic outcome of the peri-implant soft tissues of (NobelBiocare™) implant-supported single crowns, adjacent multiple single crowns, and FPD. A potential association between the esthetic risk profile and the esthetic outcome was assessed.

Patient compliance as a risk factor for the outcome of implant treatment.

Peri-implantitis can be explained using a multicausality model. Many factors are involved in the etiology of peri-implantitis, but patient compliance also plays a key role. Oral hygiene, attending recall visits, smoking behavior, and therapy comprehension are relevant factors that contribute to peri-implant health.

Periodontal screening and referral behaviour of general dental practitioners in Flanders.

Objectives: The objective of this study was to investigate the screening and referral behaviour of Flemish dentists concerning periodontitis and more specific, the use of the Dutch Periodontal Screening Index (DPSI).

Materials And Methods: An online questionnaire was electronically distributed through the different professional dental societies. It consisted of two parts: the first aimed at describing the profile of the dentist.