A retrospective, multicenter study on a novo wide-body implant for posterior regions.

Background: Wide implants are recommended as "rescues" after failure to increase primary stability in extraction sockets or in poor quality bone. Consequently, inferior results compared with regular diameter implants have been reported.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate retrospectively the outcome of a novo wide-body implant (Max® implant, Southern Implants®, Irene, South Africa) designed for placement in the posterior regions.