Title : Single implant restorations and adjacentteeth there is nothing permanent except change
Abstract:
Dental implants have been established as a reliable treatment option for replacing missing teeth; however, biological and mechanical complications remain a clinical challenge. These include loss of integration, peri-implant bone loss, soft-tissue complications and prosthetic failures. Interproximal contact loss (ICL) between implant-supported restorations and adjacent natural teeth is a recognized complication. Resultant open contacts can lead to food impaction, periodontal breakdown, and recurrent caries, negatively affecting patient comfort and long-term success. This presentation highlights the clinical relevance of ICL between single-implant restorations and adjacent teeth, quantifies their prevalence, explores contributing factors and outlines recommendations for prevention, monitoring and management.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the prevalence and clinical manifestations of interproximal contact loss (ICL) in single-implant restorations.
- Differentiate the biological and mechanical factors that contribute to the development of ICL, including tooth migration, implant immobility, crown design, and craniofacial growth.
- the short and long-term consequences of open interproximal contacts on periodontal health, caries risk, and patient function.
- evidence based strategies for prevention, monitoring, and early detection of ICL in daily clinical practice.
- treatment approaches to manage existing ICL cases, improving patient comfort, function, and long-term restorative success.
This abstract address an emerging complication in implant dentistry interproximal contact loss (ICL) that significantly impacts long-term patient outcomes. The presentation is based on original research and peer-reviewed publications, offering evidence-based insights into prevalence, possible causative factors, and clinical consequences. It also delivers practical, applicable strategies for prevention and management, bridging the gap between science and daily clinical practice. Its global relevance makes it valuable for clinicians seeking to improve implant longevity and patient satisfaction.
