Cross-sectional Examination of the Reliability of Oral Implants

Cross-sectional Examination of the Reliability of Oral Implants

Aim of the multi centrical, cross-sectional study is the registration of the prevalence and incidence of mucositis and periimplantitis.

Aim of the multi centrical, cross-sectional study is the registration of the prevalence and incidence of mucositis and periimplantitis. Additional clinical examination of the tolerance of titanium using cytosine analysis of periimplant sulcus smear and of blood lymphocytes on titanium plates in vitro. In total 10 centers will examine clinical, genetic and microbiological parameters in 200 patients during 12 months.

Study hypothesis: The incidence of mucositis and periimplantitis during a time period of 10 years in patients is less than 30%

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with oral implants inserted after 01.04.2002
• Periodical recall

Exclusion Criteria:

• No other titanium implants inside the body